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Can I still have a sense of purpose after losing my limb?
Answer:
Losing a limb can be a life-altering experience, but it doesn't have to define one's sense of purpose. As a pastor, I've seen many individuals face challenging circumstances, and yet, they continue to find meaning and purpose in their lives. It's not about what we've lost, but about what we've gained - the opportunity to re-evaluate our priorities and discover new passions. Consider the story of the apostle Paul, who was blinded by a vision on the road to Damascus. He could have given up, but instead, he chose to see the experience as an opportunity to serve God. He wrote, "For I know that in me (that is, in my flesh) nothing good dwells; for to will and to do my own good, that is not good" (Romans 7:18). Paul's purpose wasn't defined by his physical limitations, but by his relationship with God. In the same way, you can still have a sense of purpose after losing a limb. Your purpose may not be the same as it was before, but it can be something new and meaningful. Perhaps your purpose is to help others who are going through similar experiences. Maybe it's to rediscover your passions and interests. Whatever it is, it's not about what you've lost, but about what you've gained - the opportunity to grow, learn, and serve others.
Sources:
christian apologetics
douglas groothius
depression
edward welch
the god hypothesis
stephen meyer
mark
eckhard schnabel
kingdom of cults
walter martin
systematic theology
wayne grudem
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
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