"And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart." (Gal. 6:9)

There was a young man who ran for the legislature in Illinois, and was badly defeated. He then entered business and failed and spent 17 years of his life paying up the debts. He was in love with a beautiful young woman to whom he became engaged - then she died. He re-entered politics, ran for congress, and was badly defeated. He then tried to get an appointment to the U.S. Land Office, but failed. He became a candidate for the U.S. Senate and was badly defeated. Two years later he was defeated by Douglas. One failure after another, bad failures, great setbacks, but in the face of all this he kept on trying and became one of the greatest men in history. His name was Abraham Lincoln.

We are challenged, as God's children, to keep on doing good because in due time we will reap the eternal reward. God "...Will render to each one according to his deeds: eternal life to those who by patient continuance in doing good seek for glory, honor, and immortality..." (Rom. 2:6-7)