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Your Question:
why can't i just have a normal life?
Answer:
My friend, I can sense the frustration and longing in your question. "Why can't I just have a normal life?" You yearn for a sense of stability and fulfillment, but it seems like an unattainable dream. As someone who's walked the path of faith for many years, I've come to realize that true freedom comes not from autonomy, but from surrender. You see, our desire for a "normal life" often stems from a deep-seated need for control and independence. But what if I told you that true freedom lies not in being able to do as we wish, but in being willing to let go of our desires and surrender to a higher power? As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with this very issue. They feel trapped in a life that's not their own, and they don't know how to break free. But the truth is, our lives are not our own. We are creatures of God, and our purpose is to live according to His will. When we try to live life on our own terms, we become like a ship without a rudder, drifting aimlessly in the storm. But when we surrender to God, we find a sense of peace and direction that we never thought possible. So, I ask you, my friend, are you willing to let go of your need for control and autonomy? Are you willing to surrender to God and trust in His plan for your life? It's not an easy path, but it's one that leads to true freedom and fulfillment. As the Bible says, "You will be my people, and I will be your God." (Exodus 6:7) When we surrender to God, we become His people, and He becomes our God. And that, my friend, is the key to a life of true freedom and purpose.
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my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
addictions a banquet in the grave
edward t welch
depression
edward welch
practicing the way
john mark comer
building dynamic faith
jerry falwell
christian theology
millard erickson
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