But why, why this chronic pain,
this ever worsening wound and no healing in sight?
You’re nothing, God, but a mirage,
a lovely oasis in the distance—and then nothing!
EPHESIANS 3:12-13 (CEV)
Christ now gives us courage and confidence, so we can come to God by faith. This is why you should not be discouraged when I suffer for you.
SUMMARY SENTENCE
Our relationship with Christ allows us to move forward despite our various and chronic pains.
DAILY FODDER
What kinds of suffering do you have? How does the suffering that Christ endured enable us to transcend what we endure?
PRAYER
Merciful God, thank you that I may cry out to you in times of pain and suffering. I can bring you tough questions with the boldness of a child who trusts her parent's love. Keep me going forward in faith and help me remember in prayer others who are wounded and need the healing that only comes from you. Amen. (Daily Texts, Ground Up Grace edition)
Our Father in Heaven,
we hold your name in the highest regard.
Please come and establish your reign here on earth
so that everything that happens here will align
with what is happening in heaven.
Give us enough food for today.
Forgive us our wrongdoing,
and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you would protect us from all forms of evil. Amen.
and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you would protect us from all forms of evil. Amen.
