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Your Question:
can i still find joy in life despite all the struggles?
Answer:
As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with finding joy in life despite the challenges they face. But I firmly believe that joy is always possible, even in the midst of struggles. Scripture says, "Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds" (James 1:2). This doesn't mean that we'll never feel sad or depressed, but rather that we can choose to see the beauty of God's work in our lives, even in the midst of pain. For me, joy is not just a feeling, but a choice. When I'm struggling, I try to return to the cross and remember the sacrifice that Jesus made for me. I think about the beauty of his love and the fact that he became like us, giving up everything for us. This helps me to see that my struggles are not the end of the story, but rather an opportunity for God to work in my life. And I've seen this play out in my own life, as well as in the lives of those I've pastored. As I reflect on my own life, I realize that joy is not something that I can manufacture on my own, but rather it's a gift that comes from God. When I'm feeling down, I try to focus on ways that I can love and serve others, and I've found that this helps to shift my focus away from my own struggles and towards the joy of serving God. And I'm reminded that joy is not just a feeling, but a choice that I can make every day, no matter what challenges I'm facing.
Sources:
depression
edward welch
true sexual morality
daniel heimbach
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
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