So often, when we encounter the suffering of others, we create distance. We may resort to intellectual answers, empty sympathy, or cliches and “conventional wisdom,” but when we do this, … Continue reading Empathy in Crisis
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Revisiting “God Won’t Give You More than You Can Handle”
You know, try as I might, I just can’t get the expression “God won’t give you more than you can handle” to go away. As previously stated on this blog, … Continue reading Revisiting “God Won’t Give You More than You Can Handle”
Everything Happens for a Reason
A “crisis” is any situation, expected or otherwise, which disrupts the normal flow of life and family. Whether a death, divorce, job loss, move, or mental health emergency, everyone eventually … Continue reading Everything Happens for a Reason
Holy Doubt
When it comes to the nature of God, I tend to find myself switching between three different mindsets.
Well, At Least You Still Have…
It takes a while to find the meaning in a crisis situation, and rushing the process can be harmful. Maybe there’s a better option.