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Jesus Wept

Posted on October 30, 2018 by honestaboutmyfaith

The shortest verse in the Bible provides us a deep and profound look into the heart of God: ‘Jesus wept’ As Jesus approaches the tomb of his friend Lazarus, he broke down and cried. When Lazarus was seriously ill Jesus … Continue reading →

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The Lord is Close to the Brokenhearted

Posted on May 18, 2017 by honestaboutmyfaith

Several times in these past few days I have been reminded of how painful that life can be as I have heard about and seen the struggles faced by others. As I was praying about this I was reminded of … Continue reading →

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Why?

Posted on August 18, 2015 by honestaboutmyfaith

My oldest daughters favourite question is ‘Why?’ Why is it called that? Why is it going to take 3 hours to get there? Why can’t I have more chocolate? Why do we have to go for a walk? We often … Continue reading →

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The God who lets us suffer

Posted on June 25, 2015 by honestaboutmyfaith

God lets us suffer and if comfort and a pain free existence are your priorities then you will be puzzled as to why this is. After all you might reason, imagine the following that God would get if he protected us … Continue reading →

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Why does God allow suffering?

Posted on January 28, 2015 by honestaboutmyfaith

Why does God allow suffering? I have to be honest and say that I don’t fully know. What I do know is that God created a world without suffering, sickness and pain. He created a paradise, a world without war, … Continue reading →

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