Preparation

1 Peter 5:4 — And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away.

There is a day soon coming

that every single one of my sorrows

will be redeemed

and I will be restored.

Though it may never come

in this life,

it will undoubtedly come

and joy will be mine.

If Your promises are true, O Lord,

I am content to live the rest of my days

in suffering;

for I know the prize that awaits me

in perseverance.

In every one of my afflictions

draw near to me, Lord.

Strengthen my faith -

make me resilient

in my suffering,

not after it is through.

Fill my cup with the joy

of everlasting hope in You, O mighty God,

that I may persist in the battle

and have the victory.

The day is fast approaching

where light will swallow darkness whole

and I will sit in my heavenly place.

Therefore,

with every passing moment

I will fight -

standing firm in my faith,

steadfast in my obedience,

preparing to receive my

eternal crown.

Amen.