Our last equipped meeting was shifted to this message. However, it seems I needed to circle back around a bit and perhaps say some things I didn’t during our meeting. We all go through suffering seasons. However, God wants to
Some things are simply meant to sharpen you. There was something in that dreaded place that you needed to learn.
It is tempting to only praise God when we’re on the mountain and all is well. At the turn of every blessing, we rejoice. Yet when the valley is where our feet land, we disappear from the sweet honoring of our God.
Listen. I promise what I’m about to tell you is true. But it’s gonna be hard to hear. However, I do think it will help you in your suffering seasons.
Like Paul, you’ve asked it be removed three or more times. While there has not been a “No” there has neither been a “Yes.”
The life of Jesus was one of a surrendered life, and certainly one of great suffering.
Last night in worship a clear message was coming forward pointing to suffering and sacrifice.
What is it that crushed your spirit, dear
That wrecked your heart and left it seared
That moment in time when the clock stood still
And seemed to devastate an act of goodwill?
If the road was told a bit too soon The heart would dare not hold For Jesus knows what we can take And how it should unfold. We sure might like a forward glance But Jesus whispers, “No.” So
Here is a link to the song Shelly mentions in this podcast, Diamond in the Rough. For a free gift for listening to today’s podcast, you can go to the link and download the song, Diamond in the Rough.
I have a great fear of the Lord today to handle hearts with tenderness, love, and care because each one I will be held responsible for by Him.
