Day 17 "You Wear The Victor's Crown"
Beauty of Victory
Good Morning Beauties!
“The victor’s crown of righteousness is now waiting for me, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give to me on the day that he comes, and not only to me but also to all who eagerly wait for his appearing.” 2 Timothy 4:8-19 ISV
Paul, knowing the time of his death was near wrote these faithful words to Timothy. He speaks of receiving the crown of victory - the crown of righteousness. Paul writes these words to encourage Timothy to continue the difficult work of serving the Lord because the reward is great. All the hardships and persecution will be worth the glory of the Lord that will be ours at the returning of Kiing Jesus.
Many pastors have used a saying, (so many, I forget who originated it,) “you can be a victim or a victor, but you can’t be both.” I love it! It’s so true! Beauties, there are some of us who have truly been victimized by another person or people. It is true; however, there is complete healing through Jesus Christ who allows us to live a victorious life.
Sometimes it’s easier to stay trapped in the victim role because it’s familiar and familiarity makes us comfortable. Have you found yourself in this position? Are you there now? Are you ready to leave that darkness behind with all the lies and torment of the enemy? Are you ready to walk in the marvelous light of the Lord, into the freedom He has for you? Selah.
Have you already made the transition from victim to victor? How will you help those God has brought into your life? How will you help bring them into the victory waiting for them? Selah.
Let’s lift our voices to King Jesus who has shown us the way to wear our crown of thorns here on Earth, which will one day transform to a glorious Victor’s crown.
The Victor’s Crown - Darlene Zschech
Love and Blessings,
Kendra
“Then, when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the victor’s crown of glory that will never fade away.”