“For we were so utterly burdened beyond our strength that we despaired of life itself. Indeed, we felt that we had received the sentence of death. But that was to make us rely not on ourselves but on God who raises the dead.” 2 Corinthians 1:8-9
What a needed word right now!
@matthew_west, I have had this on repeat the past few days. My dad passed away Sunday and it has felt like the earth underneath me has gave way. When I have felt overwhelmed with grief and unsure how I could continue, you have pointed me to rest in Christ. Thank you brother.
It’s a miserable existence to constantly care about how you’re being perceived and/or how you should perceive others.
Instead:
- Remind yourself that your identity is in Christ.
- Be faithful to the gospel by loving God and neighbor.
- Keep your focus on the people and tasks God has put in front of you.
- Be at peace with others as far as it depends on you.
Rinse. Repeat.
With the usual caveats about how not having a spouse and family is not the end of the world, and marriages can be unhappy too, etc., figuring out what it is you're doing here really is an extra challenge for singles. I feel it. Friends feel it. The struggle is real.
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Here is how my redneck brain classifies views of the atonement.
Unlimited = Birdshot (scatter wide and hope for the best, but not effective on humans really)
HU = Buckshot (same principle as birdshot, but does effect some humans within range)
Definite = Slug (concentrated and powerful, 100% effective at its intended purpose for humans in the line of fire)