By His Word “And no one spoke a word to him.” —Job 2:13 There are moments when the kindest thing we can bring into a room is our willingness to stay. A friend has received a frightening diagnosis. A family has returned from the cemetery. Someone sits across from us struggling to describe a sorrowContinue reading “When Love Pulls Up a Chair”
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The Ministry of Staying Beside Someone
On Second Thought “For just as we share abundantly in the sufferings of Christ, so also our comfort abounds through Christ.” — 2 Corinthians 1:5 When we see someone carrying several heavy packages, our response is usually immediate. We hold open a door, steady the load, or offer to carry something. The need is visible,Continue reading “The Ministry of Staying Beside Someone”
Peace in the Storm
As the Day Ends Christ does not always immediately calm the storm, but He is always willing to calm His child through the assurance of His presence. Life often unfolds in ways we do not expect. Storms arise without warning—financial hardship, illness, broken relationships, or sudden uncertainty. In these moments, many believers find themselves askingContinue reading “Peace in the Storm”