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"Blessed is the man who perseveres." James 1:12  

The power of perseverance

Ever seen one of those inflatable clowns with a round base? When you knock him down he bounces back up wearing a big, cheesy grin! Perseverance: it's a powerful tool! The Bible says, "Blessed is the man who perseveres." Paul was flogged, shipwrecked, persecuted, and imprisoned in establishments without weight rooms, HDTV, and time off for good behavior! He could have thrown in the towel, but instead he said, "I have no regrets. I couldn't be more sure of my ground - the One I've trusted in can take care of...me...to the end" (2Ti 1:12 TM). Can you say that?

God isn't impressed by human ability, dynamic personalities, titles, and designer clothes. He respects people who, when they get knocked down, bounce back with their faith intact, more determined than ever to live for Him. It's Satan's job to attack you - it's your job to fight back. If you are passive he will demolish you! Paul writes: "Resist the enemy...[and] after the battle you will still be standing" (Eph 6:13 NLT). Perseverance means staying in the fight and refusing to give up. It empowers you so you stop feeling like a victim of circumstances. It builds your confidence and becomes a tool you automatically use.

Somebody said the nose of the bulldog is slanted backward so he can keep breathing without letting go! Plus, your reward in heaven is determined by your level of perseverance here on earth. "To him who overcomes I will grant to sit with Me on My throne" (Rev 3:21 NKJV). So keep persevering.

-The Word For Today

This Taraba soldier threatened to jump from this place, but after much appealing a case of suicide was aborted.

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