Something is definitely up. It feels as if every day lately, I learn of yet another comrade in Christ combating something major – all-consuming struggles with health, marriage, faith, finances, parenting, personal tragedy, addiction, family discord, church leadership, direction, unity, spiritual attacks, spiritual apathy, or any combination of the above. No one is unsusceptible. “In fact, everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted.  (2 Timothy 3:12) The bible doesn't sugarcoat. It says opposition, temptation and suffering can’t be avoided. Indeed, it's hard … [Read more...]