The Apostle Paul suffered persecution for preaching the Gospel about Jesus. He was beaten, stoned, whipped and imprisoned. Yet his words in this verse have such depth and power for they demonstrate how spending time in God’s presence every day can renew our hearts despite our circumstances. Perhaps you live in a land of repression, a country at war, or you are a refugee. Maybe you are homeless, grappling with a pandemic, a famine or suffering from illness or abuse. No matter what your situation the God of the Bible adores you. He died for you. He longs to be with you and bring renewal, help, hope and peace to your life. So don’t lose heart- invite Jesus to renew your life today.