Once we come to terms that the world will continue to grow darker as more of these end times are revealed, we must decide to either stay distracted, busy, and overwhelmed (our natural choice) or shift our focus to knowing and more closely walking with God (a redeemed choice).

A child of God will pursue the Father, His wisdom, and His truth through scripture and prayer. It's this desire for Him over all else that demonstrates our renewed nature — depending not on ourselves, but solely on Him.

This is what develops us and allows us to experience joy and peace in any circumstance. Not to say we never fall or struggle, but the grace of God that reigns in our life provides the opportunity to rise and return to His open arms. It is here, in daily grace, that we share our hope, minister to those in need, and patiently wait for our future home to come.