Tag Archives: trials and afflictions

Thank You, Pain!

Posted on May 27, 2019 by editor

Pain is never appreciated as a gift until God unwraps it. He grabs our attention when we’re in pain and, through its refining process, He brings the best out of us. Writes the prophet Isaiah “Behold, I have refined you, … Continue reading →

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YOUR ROUGH MOUNTAINS

Posted on November 6, 2017 by editor

There are no smooth mountains. If our mountains were smooth, they would be difficult to climb. So, when God gives us mountains to climb, He leaves them rough. The bumps and rocks along the way—the obstacles and hurdles in our … Continue reading →

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The Eye of the Storm

Posted on September 10, 2017 by editor

The safest place to be in a fierce storm is right in the middle of it, the “eye of the storm.” It is a roughly circular area, typically 20–40 miles (30–65 km) in diameter, and is surrounded by the eyewall, … Continue reading →

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The Dark Moments of Life

Posted on November 7, 2016 by editor

Without the dark we cannot clearly see the stars. Similarly, the dark moments of adversity often reveal some of life’s most valuable gifts or blessings. What initially comes disguised as painful experiences are often used by God to deepen our … Continue reading →

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The Rough Mountains

Posted on June 12, 2016 by editor

There are no smooth mountains. If our mountains were smooth, they would be difficult to climb. So, when God gives us mountains to climb, He leaves them rough. The bumps and rocks along the way—the obstacles and hurdles in our … Continue reading →

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