THE CROWN OF LIFE

THE CROWN OF LIFE

Nothing good comes on a silver platter. Every good thing comes with a prize that every believer with foresight has to pay. Our diligence to the cost of our calling brings rewards to us. Let us consider the principles governing farming. Always, it is the hardworking farmer that receives the first share of the crops. This implies that the one who invests his or her resources stands the chance of receiving the profits. Just like the farmer has to break up the fallow ground and sow the seeds, perform some cultural practices before getting the produce from his/her labor, so are we expected to labor for the Lord in order to obtain the benefit thereof. Admittedly, life is said to be unfair at times and that is a fact about life. However, it willingly surrenders its wealth and riches to those who do not quit. Also, people won’t care about your self-esteem. They will expect you to accomplish something before you can feel good about yourself. Resist this and always feel good about the little you have accomplished within a particular season and restructure your plans for the next opportunity. Be careful not to envy other people because of their achievements. In life, some people may walk, and others may run, but remember, the Lord gave the tortoise and the horse the same day to reach Noah’s Ark. You may be fast or slow, however, the grace of God is the determining factor. Your journey might be rough and tough but you will definitely get to your destination if you do not give up. People may have different perceptions about you, your dream, and your future, but God has an authentic and definite perception of your personality. A beautiful life does not just happen. It is built daily with love, patience, laughter, sacrifice, hardworking, self-control, grace, and forgiveness. You ought to overcome the painful stories and experiences you may encounter in your journey of life. Remember that every successful person has painful stories, but each painful story has a successful ending. To every pain, there is a gain. Accept the pain and achieve the gain. Do not let little things knock you down and frustrate you from obtaining the crown prepared for you. This book enlightens us about how to receive the crown of life. It teaches that the crown of life is prepared for those who endure trials and temptations in every aspect of their lives.