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4 Must-Read Books for Grieving Christians

By Le Ann Trees / November 22, 2024

These four books are a lifeline of much needed comfort, wisdom, and encouragement for Christians who are struggling to hold on to their faith after experiencing a tragedy.

7 Reasons Why God Makes a “Crook” in a Christian’s Lot

By BCL / November 18, 2024

“Consider the work of God: who can make straight what he has made crooked?” (Eccles. 7:13). Here are seven reasons why God allows various afflictions, also known as “crooks,” in the lives of his children.

The Fruits of Affliction in the Christian Life

By Christina Fox / November 7, 2024

In the midst of our heartache, we often cling to the truth that good will come from it. But what is that good we hope for? Here are six fruits of affliction in the Christian life.

2 Good Things to Remember When You Walk through the Valleys of Life

By Christina Fox / September 25, 2024

Psalm 23 is a psalm of confidence in God’s care for his people. Here are two good things to remember when you walk through the valleys of life.

The Savior Wounds Us, Then Heals Us — Genesis 42-44

By Campbell Markham / August 8, 2024

In Genesis 42 Joseph’s brothers are pleading for his help. Yet, instead of joyfully throwing his arms around his brothers, Joseph initiates a long and difficult trial for them. Why?

6 Ways to Avoid Being Like Job’s Friends

By BCL / June 11, 2024

It’s not fun being kicked while you’re down. Job’s friends rushed to judgment when he suddenly lost his children, wealth, and health. Here are six things to keep in mind when tragedy strikes.

When Life Isn’t Fair

By Christina Fox / May 20, 2024

Have you ever asked yourself, “Why do some people seem to always win and I always lose?” How should we respond when the individual chapters of our lives feel unfair?

8 Soothing Things to Do After Experiencing a Traumatic Event

By Le Ann Trees / May 2, 2024

No one wants to have to live through a traumatic event, but they still happen anyway in our fallen world. Here are some soothing things to do during the healing process.

3 Ways God Uses Suffering for Good

By Ayrian Yasar / December 4, 2023

Tragedies are riddles—and not the fun and amusing kind of riddles. Rather, they are painful and mind-boggling. Here are 3 ways we see God’s love for his children and how he brings about good through suffering.