ONE DAY AT A TIME. IN CHRIST.Suffering, Endurance, and Faith“Give us this day our daily bread.”— Matthew 6:11 Today we reflect on a single day.Not a dramatic rescue.Not a miracle deliverance.Just one faithful day.Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn’s One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich tells the story of a man enduring unjust imprisonment in a Soviet labor camp.And yet, as the day ends, he reflects that it was—almost—a happy day.Why?Because he survived with dignity.Because he worked honestly.Because he endured.The Bible—and the writings of Ellen G. White—tell us that endurance itself is a victory.Undeserved SufferingIvan Denisovich Shukhov is not imprisoned for a proven crime.Like Job, like Joseph, like Daniel—he suffers without explanation.Scripture says:“All this has come upon us; but we have not forgotten You.”— Psalm 44:17Ellen G. White writes:“The trials of life are God’s workmen to remove the impurities and roughness from our character.”— Thoughts from the Mount of Blessing, p. 10And again:“God never leads His children otherwise than they would choose to be led, if they could see the end from the beginning.”— The Ministry of Healing, p. 479We often ask why—God often teaches us how to trust. Daily Bread, Daily GraceShukhov’s entire day revolves around bread.A crust saved.A spoonful guarded.A meal eaten slowly, with gratitude.Jesus taught us to pray not for lifetime provision—but for today.Ellen G. White reminds us:“Do not anticipate troubles or worry about what may never happen. Live in the present, and trust the Lord for the future.”— Steps to Christ, p. 70And again:“One day’s trouble is enough for one day. When tomorrow comes, its burdens will be lightened by the grace of Christ.”— Thoughts from the Mount of Blessing, p. 101Faith does not demand tomorrow’s strength.It asks only for today’s trust. Work as WorshipIn the freezing cold, Shukhov lays bricks carefully.He aligns them straight.He takes pride—not in rebellion—but in excellence.Scripture tells us:“Whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord.”— Colossians 3:23Ellen G. White writes:“It is the faithful discharge of everyday duties that brings true success.”— Christ’s Object Lessons, p. 359And:“Character is built by little acts, repeated day by day.”— Testimonies for the Church, vol. 4, p. 657 The world may control circumstances—but character remains a choice. Faith Behind BarsIn the camp is Alyoshka, a quiet believer.He reads Scripture secretly.He speaks of joy without bitterness.Paul once wrote from prison:“I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content.”— Philippians 4:11ElSend us your questions to be featured on the next podcast!Thank you for being part of the AskGod365 podcast community. We value you and appreciate greatly the time you are spending with us today. Please share your comments and questions at AskGod365.com Listen. Learn. Think. Grow. Together. AskGod365. Answers to life’s difficult questions.

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