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Your Question:
What did I do to deserve this kind of suffering?
Answer:
My friend, I can see that you're struggling with the weight of suffering. As a pastor, I've seen many people grapple with the same questions you are. But let me ask you, have you considered that your suffering might not be a punishment from God, but rather an opportunity for growth and learning? Just as Jesus suffered and died for our sins, so too can our suffering be a chance for us to understand and deepen our relationship with Him. It's easy to get caught up in the idea that God should be healing us, that He should be making our lives easy and comfortable. But the truth is, God's ways are not our ways. He sees the bigger picture, and He knows that our suffering can be used for our good. As the Bible says, "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose" (Romans 8:28). Perhaps your suffering is a chance for you to learn to trust in God's goodness and sovereignty. I know it's hard to see right now, but I want to encourage you to look to Jesus, who suffered and died for our sins. He knows what it's like to suffer, and He is moved by our pain. He is not distant or uncaring, but rather He is a loving Father who wants to use our suffering for our good. As you navigate this difficult time, I pray that you would find comfort in His presence and guidance in His Word.
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my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
raising passionate jesus followers
phil diane comer
power of a praying parent
stormie omartian
depression
edward welch
warranted christian belief
alvin plantinga
sacred marriage
gary thomas
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