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Do not give up! · UCT Youth Daily Devotion

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Greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, and welcome to another episode
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of the United Church of Tonga Youth Devotion.
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Our Bible passage for today is taken from 2 Chronicles 15, verse 7.
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It says, But as for you, be strong and do not give up, for your work will be rewarded.
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Our theme, Do Not Give Up. This verse offers encouragement and perseverance.
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It's dedicated to those who are struggling to reconnect with their faith.
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Despite the challenges you may face in re-establishing your faith and obedience
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to God, he reminds us that our hard work and dedication will ultimately be rewarded.
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He calls us to remain strong, committed, patient, and trusting that our efforts
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to do what is right will lead to positive results.
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Let us reflect on Joseph's life. He was loved by his father,
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but envied by his brothers.
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They sold him as a slave to Midianites merchants. Despite all the bullying,
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Joseph harbored no hurt towards his brothers.
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He did his best in every place where he worked.
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All the good works Joseph accomplished, even in prison, were done with a good
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heart and never with a vengeful attitude.
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This was achieved because Joseph believed in the one true God.
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In the end, Pharaoh promoted Joseph from a prisoner to the second in command in all of Egypt.
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Today's scripture is a message for anyone encountering difficulties or striving
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towards a long-term goal.
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It urges them to keep moving forward because their efforts won't go to waste.
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Let us pray. Dear Heavenly Father, we thank you for this beautiful day you have
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blessed us with, and we are grateful for bringing everyone who reads this into a new month.
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I pray that you continue to bless and guide those who come across this devotional,
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keeping them and their families safe. Amen.