True Christian living requires major effort -- and sometimes it's unpleasant! Reflect more on the topic of this podcast see GNM’s online retreat: "God's message for you: You are beautiful!" @ https://gnm.org/online-retreat-youre-beautiful/  The text of this podcast can be found on our website at https://gnm.org/daily-reflections/2023-09-01/   Subscribe to receive the Good News Reflections delivered to your email inbox or texted to your phone @ https://gogoodnews.net