A Day in the Life “Then Jesus said to His disciples, ‘If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow Me.’” — Matthew 16:24 When I read these words of Jesus, I am immediately confronted with how easily I soften them. We often speak of “bearingContinue reading “The Road That Costs Everything”
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Wounded to Heal
When God Stores Comfort in Fragile Vessels On Second Thought “Comfort ye, comfort ye my people, saith your God.” Isaiah 40:1 The summons of Isaiah 40 opens not with correction but with consolation. Spoken to a people bruised by exile and wearied by loss, the prophet’s charge is to store up comfort and to dispenseContinue reading “Wounded to Heal”
When Getting Through Isn’t the Goal
The post emphasizes the importance of embracing struggles as opportunities for spiritual growth rather than merely seeking to overcome them. Through biblical examples, it illustrates how suffering can enhance faith and inspire others. By maintaining a positive perspective, individuals can transform their trials into testimonies of God’s purpose and presence.