Tag: suffering

The Ministry of Suffering

Rebekah Howe was diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, a debilitating condition that would cause many to despair. But God turned her suffering into a ministry.

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Walking with God in the Valley

Jenny Abel describes her struggle with infertility through the song “Christ is Mine Forevermore.” Though we walk in a valley, God will not waste our pain.

Ethiopian refugees speak on persecution, 2020

Counting Persecution as a Privilege

Preaching the gospel to his church almost got him assassinated. But Tilahun and his wife, Meseret, view this persecution as a privilege.

The Characteristics of the Wise

What are the characteristics of the wise? The book of Proverbs shows us 7 of them, all of which relate to our relationships.

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Moving From Despair to Hope

Seminary professor Nate Hoff describes his spiral into depression and crisis before God graciously intervened in his suffering, moving him from despair to hope.

Growth Through Grief

In grief, we can choose to remain dormant or to grow. But to experience the new growth of spring, it is essential that in the dark, winter season we, like a bare tree, respond to the Light.

The Four Whys of Pain

There are four responses to difficult circumstances: The Why of Grumbling, the Why of Grief, the Why of Guidance, and the Why of Gratitude.

2 Peter: The Light of the Morning Star

In spite of our many advancements in this world, we are in a dark place. The world is engulfed in spiritual darkness, and counterfeits abound. But when Jesus comes again, the darkness will be no more.