Although we may see more clearly in the light of day, it is in the darkness that we are able to feel more fully, learning what is real, what is true, and what is worthwhile
Despite hardship, loss, missteps, attacks…press on!
“…but I press on, that I may lay hold of that for which Christ Jesus has also laid hold of me.”
Phil. 3:12
@IIIDeaton I think that part of “making disciples of all nations” is a clear understanding of the cost. This following short story includes an example of how that can be done:
https://t.co/6CRq6GnIne
“…to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of gladness instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair…”
Isaiah 61:3
“…Jesus’ story is one of consummation….from immaturity to maturity, from disintegration to integration, from places where shame hides to where it, being brought into the light, can be disregarded.”
- @curt_thompsonmd
Nourished by “hidden manna” and “streams in the desert,” Jesus found strength to face what came. He makes this same strength available to us:
#HiddenManna#Jesus
https://t.co/HDJ7lqpWhV