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Your Question:
What's the best way to handle my feelings of sadness and grief?
Answer:
As someone who has walked through darkness and come out the other side, I've learned that dealing with feelings of sadness and grief requires going deeper than practical advice. It's not just about what you can do, but about understanding why you're feeling this way. You see, grief is a form of love, and it shares the same epistemological possibility as love. It's a reminder that we're not alone, and that there are realities present now that can sustain our hopes. In my experience, it's essential to remind ourselves that we're not just dealing with emotions, but with a spiritual reality. I've found that praying for eyes to see can be incredibly powerful. It's not about trying to escape or numb the pain, but about seeking to understand the bigger picture of God's kingdom. When I felt like my world had shrunk to a tiny size, seeing that God was on the move helped me begin to heal. As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with feelings of hopelessness and despair. But I believe that even in the midst of darkness, there is contentment and joy to be found in long-term, small steps of faith and obedience. It's not about trying to quit or give up, but about persevering and trusting that God is working, even when we can't see it. That's the message I try to convey to my congregation, and it's the message I hope to convey to you as well.
Sources:
power of a praying wife
stormie omartian
depression
edward welch
history eschatology
n t wright
systematic theology
wayne grudem
the god hypothesis
stephen meyer
why does god allow evil
clay jones
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