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Romans 8:28 and Suffering

A very worthwhile article on how God works in and through our suffering. I especially love his illustration about making a cake! From Randy Alcorn and Eternal Perspectives Ministries……….. https://www.epm.org/resources/2010/Mar/21/romans-828-what-does-it-really-mean/

January 23, 2023
What Does the Bible Say about Overthinking?

I tend to do this a lot and it is never really helpful! From Crosswalk.com…………… https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/bible-study/what-does-the-bible-say-about-overthinking.html

January 16, 2023
What Are Some Practical Ways to Handle Stress?

Stress can be quite debilitating but by exercising some tactics and different mindsets, it can be managed. From Crosswalk.com………… https://www.crosswalk.com/church/pastors-or-leadership/ask-roger/what-are-some-practical-ways-to-handle-stress.html

January 13, 2023
When Praying Hurts: How to Go to God in Suffering

The author of this article has come up with a neat acronym to form her prayers when she is suffering. From Desiring God………. https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/when-praying-hurts

January 8, 2023
Psalm 131: A New Orientation

This article delves into what our position before God is, and also counters the world’s attitudes that we should be self-sufficient and completely independent from others. From PlaceforTruth.org………. https://www.placefortruth.org/blog/psalm-131-a-new-orientation

December 23, 2022
10 Ways to Lessen Stress at Christmas

Some helpful info! From Crosswalk.com…… https://www.crosswalk.com/slideshows/10-ways-to-lessen-stress-at-christmas.html

December 13, 2022
Our Heavenly Father Listens and Answers — Matthew 7:9-11

This encouraging devotional offers the wonderful reminder that God both hears and responds to the prayers of His children. From Beautiful Christian Life……… https://www.beautifulchristianlife.com/bcl-grow/11-10-2022

November 11, 2022
When Does Anxiety Become a Sin?

This is a helpful and informative article on anxiety from a biblical scholar who struggles himself with anxiety and worry. From Pierce Taylor Hibbs………… http://piercetaylorhibbs.com/when-does-anxiety-become-a-sin/

November 7, 2022
Enduring in the Midst of Depression

Here is a very helpful article on dealing with depression which highlights the experience and insights gained by other believers with depression. From the Christian Counseling and Educational Foundation………… Enduring in the Midst of Depression : https://www.ccef.org/enduring-in-the-midst-of-depression/

October 27, 2022
How to Find Hope in the Midst of Chronic Pain and Suffering

Chronic pain can be so debilitating and discouraging — but yet we must go on somehow. Throw yourselves on the mercy of God! From Crosswalk.com………… https://www.crosswalk.com/slideshows/how-to-find-hope-in-the-midst-of-chronic-pain-and-suffering.html

October 16, 2022