October 18, 2025
— Charles H. Spurgeon · Source: Morning and Evening, April 30 (Morning)
Hebrews 12:10 Our earthly fathers disciplined us for a little while as seemed best to them, but God disciplines us for our good, so that we may share in his holiness.
God's work is often unexpected. We think He will make our paths smooth and our lives secure, but He often refines our hearts through difficulties, delays, and disappointments. True love is not about indulgence but about formation. His purpose isn't to give me temporary comfort, but to help me grow in faith, endurance, and holiness, to become more like Him and closer to Him. When I understand this, trials cease to be pain and become lessons in grace.
Dear Lord, thank you for your ceaseless work in my life. Even when I don't understand your ways, I know your hand is always guiding me. Grant me a humble and obedient heart, so that I can trust you in times of hardship and praise you in times of refinement. Lord, let my life not be one of comfort but of holiness, so that I may reflect your beauty in all I do. In Jesus' name, amen.