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Your Question:
How do I handle the sadness?
Answer:
The sadness. I've seen it in my congregation, in my family, and even in myself. As a pastor, I've walked alongside people who are struggling to find joy in the midst of darkness. It's a heavy burden to carry, but I've learned that it's not about finding a magic solution or a quick fix. It's about persevering in the application of old truths to present situations. We need daily reminders of spiritual reality, and that's what Christ and his crucified love offer us. As a husband and father, I've experienced my own share of sadness. My wife Susan and I have been married for 19 years, and we've had our fair share of challenges. But through it all, we've learned to cling to the love and sacrifice of Christ. It's not always easy, and there are days when the darkness feels overwhelming. But we've found that it's in those moments that we need to lean into the love of Christ, to remind ourselves of the truth that He is our hope and our joy. When I'm feeling sad or discouraged, I try to remember that it's not about me or my circumstances. It's about the love of Christ that is always available to me, even in the midst of darkness. I try to pray for eyes to see the realities of heaven that are present now, even if they're not always visible to me. And I try to persevere in applying old truths to present situations, trusting that the scales are tipped in favor of joy, even if I don't always feel it. It's not always easy, but it's what I've learned to do when the sadness feels like it's closing in.
Sources:
depression
edward welch
power of a praying wife
stormie omartian
why does god allow evil
clay jones
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