4-24-07 1 Peter 5:10

1 Peter 5:10 (Philips)
And after you have borne these sufferings a very little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to share his eternal splendor through Christ, will himself make you whole and secure and strong.

God Almighty, the Lord Most High, is the God of all grace--that which affords joy, pleasure, delight, sweetness, charm, loveliness, good will, favor, and mercy. He is this same God who has called you. He invited you by your very own name to share His glory, His majesty, His magnificence, His excellence, and His dignity. This is a most glorious condition and a most exalted state. All of this was made possible by Jesus Christ, His only Begotten Son.

Your suffering, which was for just a short time, is finally over, for God had made you sound and complete. He has mended what was rent and has repaired what was broken. He has put everything back in order and has made you what you ought to be. He has made you stable and caused you to stand firm. You continue safe and unharmed. He prepares you and makes you ready for anything. He has given you a steadfast mind that does not hesitate or waver. He has strengthened you and settled you on a firm foundation. Whenever the storms blow, you will remain strong for you are firmly established on and in The Rock!