Words too harsh.
Sex, too early.
Death, too sudden.
Violence, too familiar.
Betrayal, too intimate.
Neglect, too prolonged.
Violation, too normalized.
Abuse, too often excused.
Pain, too pervasive.
But how do we faithfully navigate the overwhelming wounds and unpredictable triggers of trauma as believers?
Jesus is our only ticket to happiness, to redemption, or to peace. As someone who has struggled with depression and anxiety for a while, this is a daily struggle for me to keep in mind. Oftentimes I find myself doubting my Lord's plan for me. But in the end we must remember, that, in the end, everything that has come to pass, is happening now, or will ever be, is for His eternal glory. And we must remember. Our trauma, our past mistakes, our current struggles, are not what defines us. Jesus died for us! We, who were all sinners, trapped in darkness, shackled by our transgressions, without hope, have been set free! No longer are we locked away like a zoo animal based upon our trauma! Instead, we are glorious warriors, marching into battle wearing the Armor of God, ready to share his Gospel of redemption, hope, and peace.
Sex, too early.
Death, too sudden.
Violence, too familiar.
Betrayal, too intimate.
Neglect, too prolonged.
Violation, too normalized.
Abuse, too often excused.
Pain, too pervasive.
But how do we faithfully navigate the overwhelming wounds and unpredictable triggers of trauma as believers?
Jesus is our only ticket to happiness, to redemption, or to peace. As someone who has struggled with depression and anxiety for a while, this is a daily struggle for me to keep in mind. Oftentimes I find myself doubting my Lord's plan for me. But in the end we must remember, that, in the end, everything that has come to pass, is happening now, or will ever be, is for His eternal glory. And we must remember. Our trauma, our past mistakes, our current struggles, are not what defines us. Jesus died for us! We, who were all sinners, trapped in darkness, shackled by our transgressions, without hope, have been set free! No longer are we locked away like a zoo animal based upon our trauma! Instead, we are glorious warriors, marching into battle wearing the Armor of God, ready to share his Gospel of redemption, hope, and peace.
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