Remember...

"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God. For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also abounds through Christ. Now if we are afflicted, it is for your consolation and salvation, which is effective for enduring the same sufferings which we also suffer. Or if we are comforted, it is for your consolation and salvation. And our hope for you is steadfast, because we know that as you are partakers of the sufferings, so also you will partake of the consolation." --2 Corinthians 1:3-7

Being September 11, I thought that my devotion this morning was very applicable. Life hurts!!! Whether you are a Christian or not, being a Christian doesn't exempt you from pain, suffering and tribulation, in fact sometimes your life is even harder. But there is an eternal promise that we can place our hope in! When we go through the fire, we are promised the comfort of our Lord and Savior, and not only that, but God uses suffering in our life to help others when they too experience pain and grief. We are Christ's chosen, His blessed, and like Him we will suffer...but keep your eyes on the King and when this day and age passes, we will be walking with Him on streets of gold!