Spiritual maturity gives us the ability to discern between what is lasting and what is temporary, between the wheat and the chaff. Sadly, many young people today and even many adults are investing their time, talents and resources in things that have little eternal value. Real issues of life often take a backseat due to a twisted sense of priorities.
But when pleasing God becomes your highest aim, when you are filled with the knowledge of His will and choose to walk in it, He will honor your choices in ways that may surprise you. Moses endured suffering because he understood that what God offers is greater and more enduring than any temporary comfort. He wasn't focused on immediate results but was looking toward the eternal outcome.
In life, some opportunities may seem appealing now but lead to disappointment later. Conversely, some decisions may seem difficult or even foolish in the short term, yet bring joy and fulfillment in the end. When your sense of value is rooted in God's truth, everything else begins to fall into place.
As a young person, or even as an adult, you may struggle to fully grasp or live out this truth. It's not easy. But if you yield to the Holy Spirit, He will guide and strengthen you.
