Finding Faith in the Puzzle of Life
When faced with uncertainty, it’s easy to lose confidence and give up. But what if we could find the strength to persevere, even when the path ahead seems unclear? The Bible reminds us, “So do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded. You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised.” (Hebrews 10:35, 36)
A Lesson from a Jigsaw Puzzle
I recently witnessed this perseverance in action through my 14-year-old granddaughter, Miriam. She received a jigsaw puzzle for Christmas, but it came without a box or picture to guide her. With 1,000 pieces scattered on a card table, I wondered how long she’d stick with it. Yet, day after day, she sorted, grouped, and turned each piece over, driven by her faith that a beautiful picture would eventually emerge. And it did – a stunning Victorian painting.
When Life Feels Like a Jumbled Puzzle
Perhaps you’re facing a similar situation. You’ve been told that God has a wonderful plan for your life, but all you see are broken pieces – broken dreams, health, or relationships. It’s easy to feel tired, discouraged, and lost. But God is with you, ready to be your strength. He knows the pattern, and He’ll guide you to it if you persevere in faith and obedience to His Word.
The Power of Persistence
Successful people are those who have faced their share of brokenness but refused to give up. They’ve kept believing that, in time, their faith in God’s goodness will be rewarded. You can be one of them. Come to God in your weakness, acknowledging your dependence on Him to see you through. He’ll provide daily strength to help you keep believing until you reach the finish line.
A Prayer for Perseverance
Father, even though I don’t understand, I trust you to give me daily strength to keep on believing until I finish. Help me to persevere, to keep my confidence in you, and to trust that you have a good plan for my life.
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