Category Archives: Suffering

How to Handle Rejection (Thoughts on Psalm 22)

Posted on March 31, 2024 by Wayne Davies

Here are some thoughts on the death of Jesus – based on Psalm 22, the Bible’s most graphic description of the crucifixion. We all face rejection; it’s a given. If you haven’t been laughed at yet, you will be. Virtually … Continue reading →

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The Words That Make Joni Want to Leap

Posted on January 29, 2024 by Wayne Davies

I continue to be encouraged by the life and ministry of Joni Eareckson Tada. A prolific author of 45 books, Joni has helped millions to better understand God’s purposes in suffering. She has been paralyzed for over 50 years and … Continue reading →

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How to Benefit from the Thorns of Life

Posted on September 16, 2023 by Wayne Davies

I love the Apostle Paul. He is one of my heroes. He wrote some great letters, didn’t he? I’ve been reading 2 Corinthians this week. Paul had an up-and-down relationship with this church. That tension is seen throughout this letter, … Continue reading →

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How to Receive A Gift (from God) You Didn’t Want

Posted on March 2, 2023 by Wayne Davies

God is the great Giver. He loved us enough to give us his Son, so that through faith in Jesus we receive the gift of eternal life instead of the fair punishment of eternity in hell, per John 3:16.   … Continue reading →

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