C.S. Lewis once said, “Pain is God’s megaphone to a deaf world.  I don’t doubt God’s ability to bless us.  I just wonder how painful it’s going to be.”

It’s amazing to me how pain brings certain blessings our way … some only seen in the rear view mirror with time and perspective.  My wife, for example, struggled through some agonizing circumstances in her childhood… but because of it, she is wise, compassionate and has tireless patience with struggling kids.

In my work with teens, I’m often reminded that God doesn’t waste pain.  He has a purpose for it.  And He promises to use every painful passage for His good.

As C.S. Lewis said, “Pain is God’s megaphone to a deaf world.” 

 

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