GODLY GRIEF: BATTLING SHAME
Drawing from 2 Corinthians 7:8-11, this sidenoote explores the transformative power of godly grief. While shame can weigh us down and hinder our growth, godly grief produces repentance that leads to salvation and freedom. Through this Sidenote, you'll be encouraged to confront shame with a heart that leans into God's mercy just like I am— turning sorrow into spiritual renewal and strength. Discover how true repentance brings restoration, not regret, and allows you to walk boldly in the grace of Christ.
Thorn in My Side
Consider that maybe God allows questions and leaves things seemingly unclear to solidify our need to have a true relationship with him. Personally, this is the thorn in my side. It’s the thorn that keeps me from being self-righteous. I have to lean on God to lead me in everything because God’s will can look ways I never considered. This thorn keeps me chasing Jesus and causes intentionality. How easy it would be to give up and let doubt sink in. But I refuse and pray that my faith won’t ever fail.
Standing on God’s Word Through His Silence
I realized that God was silent for a reason. Sometimes God will be quiet to see how you will move without his incentives. Will you choose Christ even when your Holy Ghost is still? Will you remember scripture even when God’s still voice isn’t there? Will you take the place of your Holy Ghost in convicting yourself? Can God trust you? Do you really love him?