TROUBLES & BLESSINGS poem devotional by ILMAJanuary 7 The Power of God’s Word
Trouble chases sinners, while blessings reward the righteous.
-Proverbs 13:21 (NLT)
TROUBLES & BLESSINGS
a poem by ILMA
There are people who constantly suffer
They are beset with so many struggles
Sins and bad choices can lead to troubles
It makes one trapped in the rubbles.
Those who are righteous and holy
They seek and give their hearts to God solely
Blessings pour out in their lives continuously
They are rewarded for living faithfully.
THE SIGNS OF SIN AND RIGHTEOUSNESS
There are many people who live their lives encountering many troubles. I knew someone who never had a day without it. There is always some mishap one after the other. I think most of us encounter trials and hardships as a result of wrong choices and decisions. A lot of people attribute it to bad luck. They believe some people are automatically lucky.
Proverbs talk about troubles and blessings. According to it, trouble chases sinners while blessings reward the righteous. When we are beset by troubles, we must reflect on how our heart is. Is it pleasing the “self” or God? Trouble can be a manifestation of sin. On the other hand, blessings are signs of righteousness. God blesses those who are righteous and faithful. He protects and shelters them from harm.
PRAYER
Lord, allow me to seek you always to stay out of trouble.
REFLECTION
Are you full of troubles or blessings? How can you turn life around when there’s trouble?