The Afflictions (Opportunities) of the Righteous
“Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord delivers him out of them all” Psalm 34:19. I think one reason a righteous person has many afflictions is because the Lord wants to teach us...
Category: God’s Redemptive Nature
How Do All Things Work together for Good?
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. 29 For those God foreknew he also predestined to be...
Count it All Joy Because It’s All Good
“Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may...
Beauty for Ashes: A Divine Exchange
“. . . And provide for those who grieve in Zion—to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of joy instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead...