Devotion:
Read 1 Peter 5:10-11.
Peter is writing to Christians who have been undergoing a great deal of persecution. He encourages them by explaining that none of their suffering is in vain but is meant to produce spiritual fruit as a “refining fire” for the Christian as we read in verses 6 and 7.
When we are suffering, we often feel as though our pain will never end. Peter encourages faithful Christians by telling them their suffering would last only “a little while.” Some of Peter’s readers would be strengthened and delivered from their sufferings in their own lifetimes. Others would be released from their suffering through death. But all of God’s faithful followers are assured of an eternal life with Christ, where there will be no suffering.
Let’s remember the promises in our passage today. Even though we will suffer for a time, God will restore us and keep us strong through his generous grace and kindness.
Personal Worship Option:
Thank you, Father, for your grace in my life. When I grow weary, help me to remember that you have prepared a place for me in eternity to be in your presence forever. Fill me with your courage and your strength to walk out my faith even when I am afraid. Amen.
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