"...we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not put us to shame, because God's love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us." Romans 6:3-5
While in the midst of suffering, there can seem to be no way out. We are immersed in what we are enduring, that is our only focus. But Paul says here that we can have glory in our sufferings. Through suffering, we can learn perseverance. While persevering, we develop character. And with the new character of God in us, we can have hope. And that hope is amazing, because God has poured out His love to us.
Juliette may have already fallen asleep, or she may be hanging on a little longer. Either way, it won't be much longer until she will rest in Jesus. While Matt is suffering through this, he can hang onto the hope that God has given to us, hope in His love.
Lord, thank You for giving us the Holy Spirit, and instilling in us Your hope. Please abide with Matt, and Jessica, and all of their family.
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