Being thankful is not optional for us. Ephesians 5:20 says, "giving thanks always and for everything to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ." We might default to 1 Thessalonians 5:18 which says "give thanks in all circumstances . . ." That one might seem easier than the instruction in Ephesians 5 … Continue reading Being Thankful Isn’t Optional
Rejoicing during trials seems stupid. I use that word intentionally not to be unnecessarily crass, but because our gut reaction to the idea of rejoicing in the middle of a trial feels that way. I mean, who, while enduring a vomit-inducing migraine will be receptive to someone saying, "Rejoice!"? It's important to keep in mind … Continue reading One Key Thing We Need in Order to Rejoice During Trials
Crossway, the publisher of the ESV Bible, has produced this video interview of Joni Eareckson Tada, a woman who has lived most of her life as a quadriplegic. It is 13 minutes, but it is worth your time. https://vimeo.com/735497503
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