Paradox

The believer who is going through struggle and failure

is the Christian who is being carefully and lovingly handled by his Lord

in a very personal way.

The Green Letters pp41

Our trials and misfortunes may be due to poor decisions on our part or, as the statement above says, they are God’s paradox of showing His love and His desire for His children.

Viewing the unpleasantness of this life with that lens gives the power to live a contented life in spite of our surroundings. And that ability is a strong witness to those around us.

It is also the reason that we continue to plan our mission to the Dominican Republic in the face of such uncertainty.