Jesus said in Matthew, “Take up your cross and follow Me.” We pray for blessings, favor, health. But there are levels of your destiny you cannot reach without taking up your cross. Taking up your cross is not some sad, defeated, suffering life. We’re supposed to live an abundant, joyful, victorious life. But there will be crosses, betrayals, unfair situations, dealing with an addiction. We don’t like it. We’re uncomfortable. You have to do like Jacob and not get bitter. Keep doing the right thing when it’s hard. Endure when you feel like giving up. Stay in peace when you should be worried. That’s what it means to take up your cross. You’re in an ugly situation, but you’re not moved. You know it’s all working for your good. Check out this new message from Joel! "Dealing with Ugly Situations". https://bit.ly/3rn12Nj