Suffering

2 Chronicles is clearly more focused on the history of Judah than with the northern kingdom of Israel. The author covers Solomon’s enthronement, the temple construction and the gradual demise of Judah. The book, however, ends with the Lord's desire to rebuild the temple in Jerusalem. Amidst the setbacks faced by post-exilic Jews, the author aimed to invigorate the people to rebuild the temple and resettle in the Holy Land.

Through the Bible: 2 Chronicles

"Forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us." This prayer is challenging to live by. At times, like Peter, we might wish to hold onto our resentment towards those who seem deserving of it. Yet, Jesus reminds us that we are forgiven so that we may forgive, especially when it's tough!

Forgiven to Forgive..

Lent is a time to reflect on Jesus’s suffering. This reflective devotional  presents key passages to encourage you to reflect on Jesus’s witness of hope for a suffering world. 

Witness of Hope: Reflecting on Jesus's Suffering During Lent

Pits and pitfalls are all around us.   It may be an illness, an addiction, a betrayal, or a broken relationship.  When we struggle in our pit, it can be difficult to understand what God is doing.  However, when we look at some Bible heroes who found themselves in a deep, dark, place,  we begin to clearly see, God has a purpose in the pit. 

Purpose In The Pit

Whether we suffer emotional or physical wounds, forgiveness is the cornerstone of the Christian life. Jesus Christ experience all kinds of unfair and unjust treatment, even to the point of a wrongful death. Yet in his final hour, he forgave the mocking thief on the other cross and his executioners.

Forgiving Those Who Wound Us

Life can feel very lonely, especially when we are walking through seasons of suffering.  Community can be a great help for Christians when they are struggling. This devotional encourages us to lean into the gift of community when facing challenges and trials.


[Deeply Rooted] Community Is Key

Sometimes the valleys of life make it difficult to continue our trek forward - trusting and choosing Jesus every single day. This three-day plan is a reminder that Jesus is our hope during the struggles and uncertainties of life. When all hope seems lost -- keep digging, keep searching, keep hoping, keep dancing.

When All Hope Seems Lost

God is the best source of comfort you will find. He knows you better than anyone else does, and he is full of understanding for every situation. Lay your heart at the Father’s feet and wait for his compassionate response. As you read these devotions taken from "Joy and Strength: 365 Devotions for Grief and Loss" let God be your strength as you cry out to him.

 Joy and Strength: Devotions for Grief and Loss

Year after year during Passion Week, we remember the gift of salvation offered to us through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. But what happens after He is risen? Does the Passion of Christ end? This 6 Day reading and video plan reveals how Jesus continued to pursue his disciples after He rose from the dead, and still persists to pursue us, the body of Christ, today.