Those in the world do not respond well to pain. They fear it, despise it and run from it. They struggle with why God would allow suffering. They see no purpose in it. They make themselves out to be a victim and with bitter hearts blame the world for their misfortunes. They fret, overreact, whine, and complain. They throw massive pity-parties. They lose peace and joy and move further away from God. On the other hand, Christians know from the Bible and experience that God sovereignly permits suffering to enter our lives. We trust His goodness and wisdom and remain under the trial until it accomplishes God’s designed work in our lives. Since His primary goal is to make us holy, God gets our attention through the trial and then is continually refining our character. We don’t minimize the pain and sorrow, but know deep inside through faith that good will come out of it. We can therefore give thanks for all things and maintain our joy and peace despite apparently unfavorable circumstances. Do you see the diametrically opposed contrast to the world?

Randy Smith

CATEGORY	CUISINE	TAG	YIELD
Dairy, Meats		Cheese, Hamburger, Main dish, Meat loaf, Meats	6	Servings

INGREDIENTS

		Basic Meat Loaf; Recipe # 8
1/4	c	Blue Cheese; Crumbled
		Potatoes; Instant Mashed
		Bacon; Crisp & Crumbled

INSTRUCTIONS

*    Use the measurements for 4 servings and prepare as the recipe
Prepare the basic meat loaf recipe except -- mix in half of the cheese and
shape the mixture into a loaf in an ungreased baking pan 13 X 9 X 2-inches.
Omit the catsup and bake as directed.  Drain off the excess fat.  Prepare
the potatoes as directed on the package except -- stir in the remaining
cheese.  Spread the potatoes on the sides and top of the meat loaf.
Sprinkle with the crumbled bacon and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or
until the potatoes are lightly browned.  Serve hot.

A Message from our Provider:

“Don’t confuse God’s patience with his final response”