Hang in there

I talked with a young man the other days who confessed to being tired. He is trying faithfully to do what was right as he best understands his situation. However, he hasn't been getting a lot of affirmation and support for his efforts. In fact, some of his friends had ridiculed him for not looking the other way and allowing some things to just go by. I recognize that doing good isn't easy and friends don't always give us support and encouragement. It is easy to grow weary and wonder if it is worth the effort. The scripture (Galatians 6:9) encourages us to "not loose heart in doing good...." So, I say to my friend, "Hang in there even if the effort makes you tired."