Afflictions

"These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.” John 16.33

There's no other way, those who want to follow the Lord Jesus cannot expect flowers in this world. There is no avoiding hardship when trying to practice the Word of God. Escaping the afflictions is like putting the cross aside, satisfying the flesh and not following the Lord Jesus. Is this what you want? 

Moments

"Bow down Your ear to me, deliver me speedily; be my rock of refuge, a fortress of defense to save me." Psalm 31:2

The difficult moments we face today have also been faced by David. And as he was saved, so will we. We only need to trust in God.