Count Your Blessings Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.–1 Thess. 5:16-18 To give thanks is not the same as “feeling thankful.” To give thanks in the midst of pain and problems is to take a step of faith based on the … Continue Reading
Tag Archives: Suffering
How to Address Suffering In Your Bible Study
Part of my job as a blogger involves keeping up with world events. Last week newsreaders across the globe were learning about the 100 year mark since the Armenian genocide. Researching the details of the horrific 7.8 magnitude quake this weekend led me to a dialogue with God: “Where are you in these events? And … Continue Reading
Making Sense of Suffering – New! From Joni Eareckson Tada
Rose Publishing is proud to introduce Joni Eareckson Tada to a new generation of Christians. It is hard to be grateful when your life is being ripped apart by mind-blowing pain. Chronic illness, a heart attack, a terrible car accident, betrayal, and loneliness: tough times like these make us want to throw in the towel. … Continue Reading