Tag: Suffering

grapes How to Receive Joy Despite Having Problems
Jesus · John · Joy · Suffering · Vine

How to Receive Joy Despite Having Problems

maddeningtheology

Having joy is different from being happy. Happiness depends on our happenings. What goes on around us affects whether or not we are so glad. Our health, finances, relationships, spiritual state, work, or mental and emotional well-being can affect this. Know that joy is not just a fleeting emotion. It’s a promise, a gift reserved… Continue reading How to Receive Joy Despite Having Problems

Christians Are Not Called to Skip the Grieving Process
Death · Grief · Hope · Jesus · Revelation · Suffering · Uncategorized

Christians Are Not Called to Skip the Grieving Process

maddeningtheology

As a pastor, one of the things that I deal with is death. I have officiated in the burial of  many people: young and old, rich and poor, those who claim Christ, and those who do not. For Christians, there is a different perspective on death than unbelievers. When we lose a Christian, we grieve… Continue reading Christians Are Not Called to Skip the Grieving Process