Tag: suffering
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."
The Fruit of Brokenness in a Pastor’s Life
We seldom see any immediate benefit from our brokenness. But could God use it in our lives?
Why Suffering for Jesus Is Worth It
Because suffering for Jesus is the way of Jesus, it also brings life.
What You Learn When Suffering Is all You Have
What do you offer when you have nothing?
The Yearning Beyond Suffering: Future Glory
Hard as it is to imagine, the future glory that will be revealed will make our present suffering pale by comparison, offering hope.