Paul speaks to us all in Romans 8:28 "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose."
At times this can be a confusing passage for some. "God, just how are you going to use this painful situation I face, for good?" I have asked that myself. Today I want to share one way I have had this promise answered.
Yesterday was Mother's Day as you all know. At this time last year my Mother and I, along with my step-father were NOT talking to one another. As a matter of fact we had not talked for well over a year. Many of you might now think, "How can this be! You being a Christian and a Pastor? "I don't get it!" I am not proud of this, nor will I try and justify myself or go into my families painful and broken past.
Then late last year I found out my Mom was in the early stages of Alzheimer's. Right away I called home and on that day had a good conversation with my step-dad. All was not made right in that moment, but we are now in a re-building time in our relationship. I was even able to visit them in late January of this year.
Through this terrible disease, good is now coming. God found a way to put myself and my mom back together again. So what situation is in your life right now, where you cannot see the "light at the end of the tunnel". A situation you are in where you find yourself questioning why God has put this in your lap. Never give up Hope! Never give up on God! Never give up on yourself! Love ya' Pastor Rick
P.S. Happy Mother's Mom, I Love You and I miss you! Your son Rick
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