Tag: suffering

Can Hardship Really Be Good?

When God’s definition of “good” is different than ours

Why Does God Allow Suffering?

… even when it offends our sense of fairness

Owning Our Scars

Our scars can remind us of more than our past pain

Is It Safe to Follow God?

"We see wonderful things happen as we follow Jesus, but it’s not the safest thing to do."

What to Avoid Saying to Someone Who Is Suffering

Things we say that are unhelpful to someone in pain.

The Mountaintops Are Meant to Prepare Us for the Valleys

Jesus gave the disciples a glimpse of his glory to fortify them for the valleys to come.

Soothe the Suffering

God is present in our affliction.

How God Brings Joy Out of Our Sorrow

"God doesn’t change your tragedy; he changes you through the tragedy. He doesn’t make it go away; he redeems it."