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Your Question:
Can I ever find a way to heal from this emotional pain?
Answer:
Healing from emotional pain is a journey I've seen many people struggle with, including those in my church. As a pastor, I've witnessed firsthand how pain can be overwhelming, especially when it feels like there's no escape or solution. I recall a time when I was going through a difficult period in my marriage, and it felt like the pain was suffocating me. But, with the help of prayer, support from loved ones, and a deeper understanding of God's love, I was able to find a way to heal and move forward. It's essential to recognize that healing doesn't mean erasing the pain entirely, but rather learning to live with it while growing in love, joy, and peace. As the Bible says, "When you are hurt, wounded, and treated unjustly (as we all are), are you finding yourself increasingly able to emotionally release the bitterness, to absorb the pain and not be controlled by it?" (Matthew 6:9-13). This process takes time, patience, and faith, but it's possible with the right mindset and support. As I reflect on my own experiences and those of others, I believe that healing from emotional pain requires a willingness to confront and release bitterness, to absorb the pain, and to find new ways to live with it. It's not about avoiding hardships or medicating emotions, but about growing through trials and finding peace in the midst of suffering. With God's help, it's possible to rise above the pain and find healing and wholeness.
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depression
edward welch
power of a praying wife
stormie omartian
practicing the way
john mark comer
the god hypothesis
stephen meyer
confronting christianity
rebecca mclaughlin
raising passionate jesus followers
phil diane comer
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