Grace 809

As a young woman, Camille Cates carried immense grief over the murder of her infant daughter and her abortion. For years, she spiraled into darkness, guilt, and shame. But God rescued her. Now, Camille shares her tragic story in light of God’s Word and His redemptive love for each of us. 

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Tragedy wages an all-out war on faith, so take some practical steps to grab hold of God’s goodness.

First, invite God to use your suffering for his glory. Most Christians ask God to remove the pain, not use the pain. The apostle Paul prayed for God to remove his thorn in the flesh. Later, he made this resolution: “I want to join [Christ] in his sufferings.” (Philippians 3:10 NIRV). Paul’s prayer changed from “remove this” to “use this.”

Also, resist the urge to demand a reason. If God gave one, would we understand it? Most important, guard your thoughts. Disallow any notion that runs counter to God’s truth. We may not understand the reasoning of God, but can we not trust the character of God? If he permits pain, it is for a higher purpose.

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Is a co-worker driving you crazy? Learning styles expert Cynthia Tobias explains that the way we process information impacts us both at home and at work, and illustrates how our friends and family may perceive the world very differently than we do. (Part 2 of 2)

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Cynthia Tobias explains that we’re often friends with people who have an opposite learning style than our own.

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We all have pain. Some sufferings we deserve, but many we do not. Deformities? Death of a child? Wartime atrocities? What do you do with these? Why are some people bitter, angry, and harsh, while others are tender, receptive, and kind? Much of the answer is found in their response to pain.

Scripture makes three clear statements about affliction. First, there is no pain-free option.  “In the world you will have tribulation,” Jesus said. (John 16:33 ESV). Second, everyone does something with their pain. Numb it. Obsess over it. Run from it. But thirdly, pain displays God’s glory. We exist to make a big deal out of God. Regarding humanity, God declares, “I have made them for my glory. It was I who created them” (Isaiah 43:7 NLT). And nothing glorifies God greater than faith in the midst of suffering.

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Cynthia Tobias describes how God has wired each of us differently.

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Is a co-worker driving you crazy? Learning styles expert Cynthia Tobias explains that the way we process information impacts us both at home and at work, and illustrates how our friends and family may perceive the world very differently than we do. (Part 1 of 2)

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Thoughts of faith create feelings of hope. So be God-minded! Meditate on him. I recommend doing so by focusing on three specific moments.

Give God your awakening moments. “Listen to my voice in the morning, Lord. Each morning I bring my requests to you and wait expectantly” (Psalm 5:3 NLT). Rather than dread the challenges of the day, thank God for the blessing of the day.  Think less about what you need to get done and more about what God has already done.

Give God your waning moments. Those middle-of-the-night thoughts?  Rather than toss and turn, turn and pray.

Give God your worshiping moments. Young David worshiped God in full view of the giant. Let’s do likewise.

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Rhonda Stoppe reminds us why it’s dangerous to have unrealistic expectations in marriage.

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A shift in your mindset could strengthen or even transform your marriage! Rhonda Stoppe reminds women about God’s purpose for marriage: that they would get to know God better and offer grace to their husbands.

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