Hope for the Hurting
The Gift of Lament
In our painful trials, God offers us the gift of lament as a place of brutal honesty regarding our pain and all its emotional baggage. And it is a gift. Even though lament is from our voice, it is offered in the presence of a listening and compassionate God. In our lament he brings his presence to our pain. How do we use the gift of lament to hold onto hope in the midst of suffering and difficulties?
How to Deal With Emotional Pain
Emotional pain is an inevitable part of the human experience. Whether it stems from a broken relationship, the loss of a loved one, or a traumatic event, emotional pain can be incredibly distressing and impactful on our overall well-being. It is important to recognize that suppressing or ignoring this pain can have detrimental effects on our mental and physical health. Read more for how to effectively deal with emotional pain to aid in personal growth and resilience.
Painful Trials Serve a Purpose
Pain is universal, but when it persists, more than anything we want it alleviated. James 1:2-8 gives us great insight into how to reframe our focus when the pain is unending and we long to return to a pain-free existence. Discover how to reframe your focus during persistent pain and find wisdom in trials. Painful trials do serve a purpose.
How to Deal With Physical Pain While Trusting God’s Plan
Do you ever find yourself struggling with physical pain and not knowing how to deal with it? Are you feeling lost, isolated and overwhelmed? Trusting God’s plan can be difficult when we’re in physical pain. However, it is possible to manage your pain while still relying on God’s guidance. In this blog post, we will discuss how to do just that. We’ll explore ways to cope with the discomfort of physical pain while still trusting in God’s plan for our lives.
Pain is a Common Denominator: We Will ALL Experience Pain
God uses painful circumstances to mold us into better reflections of Himself, just like a loving father disciplines his children. Take comfort knowing you are not alone. Read more for how pain can lead to a harvest of righteousness and peace.
Is Life Worth Living With Chronic Pain?
Chronic pain can be a constant companion, an unwelcome part of everyday life that never truly goes away. For those who bear this burden, the question of whether life is worth living often becomes a haunting contemplation. It is a deeply personal and complex query, encompassing physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions. While the answer may differ from person to person, examining the various facets of this dilemma can shed light on the challenges, coping mechanisms, and potential avenues of hope for those grappling with chronic pain.
Purpose For Our Pain: Fruit Grows in the Valley
So often people want to live on the mountaintop. Don’t we all love the mountaintop experiences? They are fulfilling, and exciting, and joyful. But mountaintops are really for the view and for inspiration. Fruit doesn’t grow on the mountaintops. Fruit grows in the depth of the valleys. Are you going through a difficult time? Read more for encouragement.
Is Meditation Biblical?
Meditation can reduce stress, clarify thinking, and even curb depression and beyond. It seems like every week a new study is released that affirms the positive impact of meditation on our brains and general health. Yet, as a Christian, perhaps you’ve also heard to proceed with caution. Is Christian meditation biblical? Read more as Jodie shares the biblical basis for meditation.
Surviving A Friend’s Betrayal
Discover practical steps to overcome the pain of betrayal by a friend. Seek healing, forgiveness, and restoration through God’s love and grace. You are not alone in this journey. Read more for how to survive a friend’s betrayal.
Faithful Because HE is Faithful
God called Rachelle Starr to serve women in the adult entertainment industry. In today’s post, she shares how she and a group of women serve faithfully with a long-term commitment, letting go of expectations and embracing women with unconditional love, just as God loves us. You can be faithful in ministry because the One who calls us is faithful.
Dr. Michelle Bengtson
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