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Couldn’t have said it better myself

For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us. 19 For the creation waits with eager longing for the revealing of the sons of God. 20 For the creation was subjected to futility, not willingly, but because of him who subjected it, in hope 21 that the creation itself will be set free from its bondage to corruption and obtain the freedom of the glory of the children of God.

I just came across this poem from John Piper in his book Future Grace that pictures that day when creation is made new. I personally found it deeply meaningful. Sometimes the Christian life is hard work and ministry gets tough. Perhaps it will encourage you as we battle through these “light and momentary afflictions” together and await the “eternal weight of glory” – 2 Cor 4:17

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http://www.desiringgod.org/ResourceLibrary/Poems/ByDate/1329_Glorified/

As far as any eye could see
There was no green. But every tree
Was cinder black, and all the ground
Was grey with ash. The only sound
Was arid wind, like spirits’ ghosts,
Now gasping for some living hosts
In which to dwell, as in the days
Of evil men, before the blaze

Of unimaginable fire
Had made the earth a flaming pyre
For God’s omnipotent display
Of holy rage. The dreadful Day
Of God had come. The moon had turned
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Future Grace by John Piper

My review

rating: 5 of 5 stars
Very challenging and thought-provoking book discussing the motivation for our obedience. Commonly we are told to obey God out of gratitude for God’s grace to us in the past. While affirming the importance of gratitude, Piper argues that it is a poor motivation for obedience, which is why God offers us so many promises for grace in the future as motivations. He then demonstrates how faith in God’s future grace offers the best motivation for victory over various plaguing sins and how it enflames our passion for God.

I found myself challenged several times through the book, yet I found that Piper had the weight of Scripture on his side. Highly recommended, but come ready to consider what he says. I also recommend the 1 chapter a day for a month approach.


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I know I tend toward trying to be positive most of the time (optimist), others see problems more readily. I found these to be some very thought-provoking words from John Piper.

The Sorrow and Joy of the Seasoned Soul :: Desiring God.