The Unbroken Ground

Does God want or enjoy it when I suffer? Is there a clear explanation in the Bible for why suffering exists? In part one, I will discuss issues highlighted in the OT Book of Job and questions that have existed for centuries. 

I'm just going to come out and admit it. The theology of God's love being reckless doesn't bother me. Mostly because we are trying to use human words and experiences to define a mysterious spiritual being. God reveals so much to us, but our knowledge and understanding barely scratch the surface. So listen in as I list three things about God's love that seem reckless from the human standpoint. Don't worry, if you want to hear about how God's love isn't reckless - well I will talk about that next week.

People walking through difficult parts of life make us uncomfortable. We don't know what to say or how to help. Does your community (church or otherwise) welcome the hard-to-love, to explain, to-find answers? How can you learn how to welcome those people into your life?

I would guess that more people like to think of themselves as in charge of their lives than to believe they are out of control. But with God, there must always be room for mystery. How we think about God, and what we think about God should shape how we live. How much mystery do you embrace in your walk with God?

Nope, not about about that book. Is God good? Is He Great? Is there a difference? What and how we think about God is super important, and should shape how we live our lives. So join me as I walk through some of the themes of God's greatness and goodness. 

Is a lack of faith causing you to have struggles? Or are your struggles how God is strengthening your faith?

Take a breath. Be still. Take a moment and enjoy sitting with Jesus. 

What do you do if you are in the spiritual season of winter? I use Mark Buchanan's book "Spiritual Rhythm" as a guide on what to do when everything seems dead or dying. 
Check out the book here, Books | Mark Buchanan