Though many in the evangelical church in America today will tell you differently, the normal Christian life involves suffering and afflictions. The apostles galvanized the first century disciples with this reality check: "Through many tribulations we must enter the kingdom" (Acts 14:22). When we are called to face this reality personally, let us not be … Continue reading The Normal Christian Life Involves Suffering
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Battling Weariness with the Power of Jesus
Are you already struggling with weariness and fatigue this Christmas Season? Here are four Scriptures that have been a rich source of encouragement to me. I have placed below all four texts in three different versions. The first translation (either NIV or ESV) is an actual translation of the Bible. If you were going to … Continue reading Battling Weariness with the Power of Jesus
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