God is good even though life is hard, even though He allows us to struggle.  It is in the struggle and the trials that we are purified, that we become more like Christ.  Our purification and sanctification is a life-long project, but, thanks be to God, He is faithful.  Hold on to Jesus.  When life is challenging and difficult, hold on to Him all the more.  You will grow.  In the pain, through the pain, you will know healing, joy, and peace. Propers      Manuscript      Sermon Archive