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Suffering
Holding to Christ through weakness, unanswered questions and the need for endurance.
01 · Begin with Scripture
2 Corinthians 12:7-10
“My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness.”
Paul describes a repeated request and the Lord’s answer. The passage leaves room for weakness while directing confidence toward Christ.
Read the whole passage02 · Consider a witness
Amy Carmichael
The missionary whose work at Dohnavur joined devotion to Christ with the care of vulnerable children.
Read the Biography03 · Read further
The patience of practical love
The needs of another person often call for care that continues after the first response.
Open the Journal reading04 · Consider your response
Where do you need both the grace of Christ and the faithful care of other people?
Pray honestly without pretending the difficulty is small. Let a trusted person know what help is needed and consider how to remain present for someone else.
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