Probation and Growth

In a recent Lesson on the subject “Probation After Death,” the Golden Text read, “He that overcometh shall inherit all things; and I will be his God, and he shall be my son.” (Rev.)

I used to feel this statement must only have applied to Jesus; but when reading it in this Lesson, I felt it was for me and everyone. This constant state of “probation and growth” means that the trials I’ve had aren’t an indication I am unworthy of God’s system, but rather it is proof I am within it!

God gives us all we need to progress and overcome, but it is impossible without realizing the importance of God and our relationship to him. To know that He never gave up on me brings such joy, especially coming from a place where I felt I had used up my chances. All that time I was simply being put through trials “until probation and growth shall effect the needed change.” (S&H)

I am so grateful that God has brought me to Plainfield so I can actually learn and progress, and while that is happening we have the opportunity to help and support each other and mankind!