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Your Question:
Can I still have a sense of purpose after losing my limb?
Answer:
Losing a limb can be a devastating experience, but it's not a definition of one's purpose in life. As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with the question of purpose, and it's not uncommon for it to be linked to physical or emotional pain. However, our purpose is not defined by our circumstances, but by our relationship with God. When we're struggling to find purpose, it's easy to get caught up in trying to overcome our problems, but that's not the same as living a life of purpose. Our purpose is not just about surviving or overcoming, but about thriving in our relationship with God. As the Bible says, "Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance." (James 1:2-3) In the face of adversity, it's easy to lose sight of our purpose, but it's not something that can be taken away from us. Our purpose is rooted in our identity as children of God, and it's not defined by our physical bodies or circumstances. As the apostle Paul said, "For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain." (Philippians 1:21) Our purpose is not just about what we do, but about who we are in Christ.
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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