Life Without Romans 8:28
Because Romans 8:28 exists, those who love God and are loved by him can have confidence that he is working through all of life’s circumstances to bring good out of bad, light out of darkness, joy out of sorrow.
Because Romans 8:28 exists, those who love God and are loved by him can have confidence that he is working through all of life’s circumstances to bring good out of bad, light out of darkness, joy out of sorrow.
“God, I pray Mitch never feels sad about his sister again.” My eyes flew open. I didn’t hear another word that was prayed. Instantly, my friend’s words grated against me. Just a moment earlier, I’d asked for prayer—not long after the sudden death of my sister, aged just 13. But this wasn’t what I meant. I was heartbroken—but that was okay, wasn’t it? I was heartbroken—but that was okay, wasn’t it? Honestly, I was no longer sure. Perhaps my pain was meant to dissipate in the presence of prayer, but it certainly seemed to be lingering as strong as ever....
In July of 2022, I was diagnosed with a tumour in the left frontal lobe of my brain; what doctors termed the eloquent, dominant brain.
Glenn Hohnberg writes about Christian comfort after suffering the loss of his son.
In the light of recent floods and bushfires, Australians are divided as to the cause of natural disasters … Yet, the one question we loathe hearing is this: Are natural disasters the judgment of God?