There is so much information in pain.

The Lord says, "I have engraved you on the palms of my hand."

John Stott quote paraphrased, In this world of pain and suffering, I could not believe in a God who had not experienced it for Himself.

God is Good and is big enough to make good on His promise.

Adam Smith paraphrased, Men want not only to be loved but to be lovely.

Brene Brown research on shame.

John Vervaeke on its reciprocal narrowing versus the reciprocal opening up of love.

Videos discussed:

Daniel Schmachtenberger and the War on Sensemaking:

https://youtu.be/7LqaotiGWjQ

A Grief Observed read by the Randos: https://youtu.be/4omMwnttbdk

Discussing Suffering with Shari: https://youtu.be/P3GkzOhWZaw

Karen’s art: https://karenwongart.com