Daily Devotion

“God's work is full of reversals and surprises: often it is first rejected and then exalted; first it is silent and then it is loud and powerful.”

CS·Louis · Four Arguments for Christianity

Scripture

1 Corinthians 15:58 Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, be steadfast and immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.

Reflection

God's work is often full of unexpected reversals and surprises. Many times, we experience rejection, silence, and weakness, feeling the road ahead is difficult, and even doubting the meaning of our efforts. However, 1 Corinthians 15:58 firmly tells us that our labor in the Lord is never in vain. God watches over every faithful act and every act of perseverance. His work may be silent in its process, but it will ultimately manifest glory powerfully. As Lewis said, Jesus, who was first rejected, was ultimately exalted for the Lord, reminding us to hold fast to our faith in our ministry and patiently wait for God's timing and work.