This blog was created for a homeschool mom's devotional study on growing in character from the beatitudes. It is based on the book written by Kay Arthur.
Thursday, November 3, 2011
Chapter 5: Meekness: Is it Weakness or Strength?
Hey ladies! Not much commenting going on! LOL I know that it is hard to keep up sometimes... As I read about the family in Chapter 5 that lost their son, I am somewhat afraid. Afraid of what my reaction might be to a tragedy like theirs. I so want to be strong and full of faith but can I? I know I cannot do it alone. God has to carry us in those terrible times. Has anyone seen the movie "Courageous"? Brant says it should be titled "Tragedy" because of all the horrible things that happen in the movie. LOL I cried the entire two hours. However, the movie shows exactly how we are to rely on Jesus for strength in all circumstances. Also, in this chapter, Joseph is discussed at length. He has always amazed me in the way he forgave his brothers and accepted that God was in control and meant their bad for good. What have you all learned from this chapter? Are you enjoying the book or...not? Let me hear from you!
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Hi Michele, I think that God give us the grace and strength we need when those horrible times come. I know I felt Hid strength in a tremendous way as I battled breast cancer. Life is full of terrible things, but God is our strength! He is faithful!!! I am loving this study! Thanks for organizing this! Diane
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