Re: Sorrow that Leads to Life

Forgiveness doesn't always equal getting what you desire. Don't assume that you haven't been given/shown mercy just because you are infertile now. One of the greatest comforts of my life is the belief that God ordains all that comes to pass, and that it is all for His glory and the good of His people.

One of the things that He has promised is that His grace is sufficient for us and His strength is made perfect in our weakness. Many times we must bear the consequences of our actions but these are not punishments meant to pay us out for our sins. Rather these are the loving chastenings of a Father who intends to sanctify us and set us apart for His use through them. He tells us in the epistle to Hebrews (chapter 13, I think) that He knows that this chastening is not pleasant, but it *does* work all kinds of good things in us, and moreover is evidence that we are beloved by Him. God often times leaves His own children to various trials to raise them to discover to them the hidden corruption of their hearts and to show them their constant need for close dependance on Him. The very same providences that He uses to do this are often the same things that harden those who are against Him in their sin and rebellion. What makes the difference is perspective.

My dear, I would urge you to place your faith in the goodness and mercy of God and don't doubt that He means anything but your good in how He deals with you. Happiness in life doesn't depend on other people or our outward circumstances. If it does, we are doomed to disappointment. Rather, our happiness and joy in life should depend on the constant love and fellowship that are already ours if we are Christ's. I pray that He gives you grace to see this.

Yours and His,
Knox

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