God's Glory Church

“In all this we win through Him who loved us.” — Romans 8:37

When my husband coached our son’s basketball team, he would reward the players with a holiday party at the end of the year and celebrate their achievements throughout the season. One of the youngest players, Dustin, came up to me at a party and asked, “Didn’t we lose today?”

“Yes, we lost,” I answered. “However, we are proud of you because you made the best of your efforts.”

“I know,” he said, “but we lost, didn’t we?”

I nodded.

“Then why do I feel like a winner?” – asked Dustin.

Smiling, I answered: “Because you are a winner.”

Dustin thought that losing the game made him a failure, even though he tried his best. Our battle as believers in Jesus is not limited to the sports field. However, we often tend to perceive a difficult period in life as a reflection of our dignity.

The Apostle Paul confirmed the connection between present suffering and our future glory as God’s children. Having given Himself for us, the Lord Jesus continues to help us in the battle with sin and make us like Himself (Rom. 8:31-32). Although we all experience hardships and persecutions, God’s steadfast love will help us endure everything (vv. 33-34).

As God’s children, we still sometimes allow difficulties to define our worthiness. However, we are guaranteed final victory. Despite the obstacles in life, we will still be victorious (vv. 35-39).

When has confidence in God’s love helped you persevere? How has God confirmed your worth as His beloved children, even after a significant setback?

Heavenly Father, thank you for helping me to sing victorious praises despite my difficulties.

Author: Sosheel Dixon