DON'T BE DISCOURAGED

"For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved."

John 3:16, 17
King James Version

James Rowe wrote a beautiful hymn "BEYOND THE BEAUTIFUL GATE". I love the words in this inspiring hymn.

"I bear with patience every care, And watch and pray and wait; For soon the life-crown I shall wear Beyond the pearly gate.  Beyond the beautiful gate above, How happy I shall be; At rest with Jesus and those I love, For all eternity."

Knowing that I am going to be with Jesus for all eternity fills my heart to overflowing with happiness and joy. Just think, we are going to have the privilege of seeing Jesus face to face.

Carrie E. Breck wrote the heart touching and inspiring hymn "FACE TO FACE WITH CHRIST, MY SAVIOR". Every time I sing this hymn or hear it, I am filled with happiness that I will see Jesus face to face.

"Only faintly now I see Him, With the darkened veil between, But a blessèd day is coming, When His glory shall be seen. What rejoicing in His presence, When are banished grief and pain; When the crooked ways are straightened, And the dark things shall be plain.

Face to face—oh, blissful moment! Face to face—to see and know; Face to face with my Redeemer, Jesus Christ who loves me so."

Have you given your heart and life to Jesus? If not, I urge you to do it even as you read this devotion. Don't miss out on spending eternity with Jesus.

Joanne Lowe
June 29, 2022