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Broken for a Purpose Episode 1
Psalm 34:18 is a well-known verse in the Bible that says,
"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in
spirit." This verse speaks to the reality of human brokenness and the
compassion of God towards those who are hurting.
The phrase "brokenhearted" refers to a state of deep
emotional pain and distress, often caused by circumstances such as loss,
betrayal, or rejection. It's a feeling of being shattered, with one's heart and
soul in pieces. This kind of brokenness can be overwhelming, and it's easy to
feel isolated and alone in our suffering.
But Psalm 34:18 offers a message of hope and comfort. It
tells us that God is near to the brokenhearted, which means that we are not
alone in our pain. God is with us, even when we can't feel His presence, and He
cares deeply about what we are going through.
The verse also says that God saves those who are crushed in
spirit. This doesn't necessarily mean that God will remove our pain or fix our
problems, but it does mean that He will provide us with the strength, comfort,
and wisdom we need to persevere through our difficulties. We can trust that God
is working all things together for our good, even when we can't see it.
Ultimately, Psalm 34:18 points us to the character of God as
a loving and compassionate Father who cares for His children. It reminds us
that even in our brokenness, we are still valuable and worthy of love and that
God is always with us, offering us His grace and mercy.
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By Pastor Carlos A. Morales
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Psalm 34:18 is a well-known verse in the Bible that says,
"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in
spirit." This verse speaks to the reality of human brokenness and the
compassion of God towards those who are hurting.
The phrase "brokenhearted" refers to a state of deep
emotional pain and distress, often caused by circumstances such as loss,
betrayal, or rejection. It's a feeling of being shattered, with one's heart and
soul in pieces. This kind of brokenness can be overwhelming, and it's easy to
feel isolated and alone in our suffering.
But Psalm 34:18 offers a message of hope and comfort. It
tells us that God is near to the brokenhearted, which means that we are not
alone in our pain. God is with us, even when we can't feel His presence, and He
cares deeply about what we are going through.
The verse also says that God saves those who are crushed in
spirit. This doesn't necessarily mean that God will remove our pain or fix our
problems, but it does mean that He will provide us with the strength, comfort,
and wisdom we need to persevere through our difficulties. We can trust that God
is working all things together for our good, even when we can't see it.
Ultimately, Psalm 34:18 points us to the character of God as
a loving and compassionate Father who cares for His children. It reminds us
that even in our brokenness, we are still valuable and worthy of love and that
God is always with us, offering us His grace and mercy.