Some people think that being a Christian is an easy thing. Some may have been duped into thinking by certain so called church leaders that all they need to do is call on the name of Jesus and their salvation is guaranteed. What such persons do not realise is that it is easy to claim to be a Christian, but how many are able to remain Christian when faced with persecution or even the possibility of being put to death? Are such persons able to remain steadfast as Christians, come what may?
In today's reading,
we are called to persevere while serving God. The
reading tells us: "My son, if you aspire to serve the Lord, prepare
yourself for an ordeal. Be sincere of heart, be steadfast, and do not be
alarmed when disaster comes. Cling to him and do not leave him, so that
you may be honoured at the end of your days. Whatever happens to you,
accept it, and in the uncertainties of your humble state, be patient,
since gold is tested in the fire, and chosen men in the furnace of
humiliation. Trust him and he will uphold you, follow a straight path
and hope in him."
The reading reminds us that if we want to be a Christian, we would need to serve the Lord and be prepared for trials and tribulations. Are we prepared to face any obstacles, persecution, torture or even death? Let us not abandon our resolve to remain in Christ, no matter what happens, and give glory to God with our lives.
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