It is true that life is unfair at this time. There are some people, famous athletes, dictators, the rich and famous who are not living according to God's commands and appear unbothered by it. The Bible declares that they are getting their reward in full now (Matthew 6:16). So when the cameras stop filming and the awards lose their tarnish then it is gone forever. These people have not laid up any treasures in heaven.
While the righteous are guaranteed that they will be persecuted on this earth because Jesus was persecuted. Jesus, in fact, never promises an easy road as a believer. Jesus told his followers that they would enter through a narrow gate that many are missing (Matthew 7:13-14). This is in contradiction to what is taught even in many churches today. But, if you want to save your life you shall lose it (Matthew 16:25).
For am example of where this is talked about look in Psalm 73. The psalmist says, "But as for me, my feet came close to stumbling; My steps almost slipped. For I was envious of the arrogant, As I saw the prosperity of the wicked" The psalmist goes on until Psalm 73:17 where it says, "Until I came into the sanctuary of God; Then I perceived their end." So, what end is the psalmist talking about. Well, the Bible is clear that one day he will seperate the righteous from the wicked like sheep from goats see Matthew 25:31-46. Then, God will provide the reward the righteous did not receive while on earth. Then, God will make it right.
So, while it is not fair on earth at times, our treasures are not to be fully placed on this earth. Like those who came before us our reward is in heaven. Would you rather have temporary blessings for a few years or eternal blessing forever? Where are you placing your treasures?
