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PRESSED ON EVERY SIDE

TEXT : 2 Corinthians. 4:8 

We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair.

The word "thlibo" from which trouble is coined could actually means to press (as grapes) or press hard upon. 

So, Apostle Paul wrote to the Corinthian church that they (he and his followers) were pressed on every side but not distressed.

It is possible you are also being pressed hard on every side at this point  in your life, but one thing you must know is that the Lord is using the pressing to release sweet juice to people around you. 

Whenever God *allows* situations (trouble) to press you on every side, it is because He wants to use it to produce patience (perseverance) in you, and this patience will birth an experience(character). Romans 5:3-5.

What matters to God mostly is the experience (character) that you come out with from your troubles. This is the wine He wants to serve many with to the glory of His name.  

As you patiently wait on God and cooperate with Him, He will surely bring you out of your troubles into a safe haven. Just be rest assured you are trusting Him. 

Joseph was able to enter into his God- ordained destiny because he received the harsh treatment of his brothers as a vehicle with which the Lord conveyed him to Egypt, and to the throne as second in command to Pharaoh. Hence, he was able to preserve posterity. He told his brethren, "...be not grieved, nor angry with yourselves, that you sold me hither: for *God did send me before you to preserve life"* (Genesis 45:5)

If only you had seen God's hand in your ugly situation, you would have stopped murmuring, and simply relax in His hands for the appointed day of deliverance.

Bible Reading:2Corinthians 4:6-10


PRAYER FOCUS

1. Father God, I  receive the grace and strength not to be distressed in my moment of troubles. I see you at work, and I  trust that you're working in my life even when I can't see any sign. 


 

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