Worthy Brief - 4/10/2025
Friend, keep your head up!
John 10:28 And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand.
I read a story about a new young partner in a law firm. The senior partners had set extremely high standards and had coached him carefully. He did well in some minor trials but lost his first big case. When the partners reviewed the trial, they pointed out his errors and suggested different strategies. Even with all their critique, he lost the next big one. He felt terrible. Were they ready to give him the boot?
Amidst his uncertainty, one compassionate partner pulled him aside. With a reassuring tone, the partner said, "You're learning from each experience. Keep pushing forward; victories will come. Your position here is solid. You're one of us." These words provided the encouragement he desperately needed at that moment.
As believers, we often need to encounter moments of divine reassurance, especially when we struggle. This story reflects the compassionate reassurance we sometimes need. God, in His infinite wisdom and kindness, gently reminds us, "Yes, you have made mistakes, but do not fear—your place in My kingdom is secure."
God’s assurance of our security is a gift that sustains us daily. We must embrace this truth, allowing it to bring peace to our hearts.
When we truly grasp the depth of God's security, we are empowered to extend similar compassion and reassurance to our brothers and sisters in faith.
Max Lucado encapsulates this beautifully: "Our task is to stand tall in God’s love, secure in our place, sparkling in kindness, surrounded by His goodness, freely giving to all who come our way." This is a call to not only receive God’s love but also actively live it out by extending grace and kindness to those around us.
Friend, everyone needs affirmation now and then—this is your reminder that your relationship with God is unshakable and secure despite your imperfections.
Your family in the Lord with much agape love,
George, Baht Rivka, Elianna and Obadiah
(George & Obi - Mansfield, Texas | Baht Rivka - Israel | Elianna - Married living in Missouri)
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