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Your Question:
What's the point of living when I'm just going to be in pain?
Answer:
My friend, I can sense the depth of your pain and the desperation that comes with it. As a pastor, I've walked with many people who've struggled with similar feelings. It's as if the pain has become a weight that's crushing you, and you're wondering if it's even worth living with. I want you to know that I'm here to listen, and I care about what you're going through. But I want to ask you a question: have you considered where this pain is coming from? Is it just a physical sensation, or is it a reflection of something deeper? As someone who's struggled with pain myself, I've learned that it's often a wake-up call, a reminder of our human brokenness and our need for God. Pain can be a catalyst for growth, for seeking outside help, and for turning to God in repentance and faith. I want to share with you a perspective that's helped me in my own struggles. As a Christian, I believe that our suffering is not in vain. In fact, it's a reminder that we're not alone, and that God is with us, even in the midst of pain. The Bible says that God uses our experiences, including pain, to refine and change us. It's not that we should seek out pain, but rather that we should trust that God is working in us, even when we can't see it. And one day, we'll look back on our suffering and see that it was all worth it, because we'll be with Jesus, and there will be no more pain.
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depression
edward welch
why does god allow evil
clay jones
practicing the way
john mark comer
introduction biblical ethics
robertson mcquilkin
scientism and secularism
j p moreland
power of a praying wife
stormie omartian
systematic theology
wayne grudem
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