2017 was the most painful year of my life.
Countless things went wrong. My trip to the hospital was just part of the pain. Another part was the death of a very close loved one from church. I could try to make a list of everything that went wrong this year, but I won’t. It wouldn’t be profitable. All I can say is I learned a lot about life. I learned that bad things happen. No matter what we want to believe, sin is in this world, and bad things will happen in this life. It doesn’t matter how much faith you have, or how much you read the Bible. Bad things will happen. Good things will happen too. This year was also a year in which my relationship with the LORD, with my family, and with my church has grown immensely. Through the hardships, I have matured a lot. I have high hopes for 2018. I hope that there will be less suffering and sorrow. Less pain. But I know that if the pain continues, I will grow closer to what matters, just like this year. But let’s hope the sky will clear. Let’s hope for happiness. No matter what happened to me this year, I have found peace where I always find it. I found a way to smile with my friends and family in the face of death. I have found a way to laugh even in the darkest night. That way is Jesus Christ. I hope you have found this light in the darkness just like I have. If you haven’t, it is never too late. You can find this light right now. Close your eyes, bow your head, and cry out to God. Ask Him to enter your life. You will never regret it. If you have any questions or comments, please talk to me. I’ll help with anything I can. No matter what happens, happiness can be found in Christ. So, happy new year!
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12/30/2017 07:23:00 am
This is so lovely...a beautiful reflection on a very difficult year. Thank you for sharing your heart so openly. Transparency helps others so much. Proud of you!
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Grammy
12/31/2017 06:05:25 am
Caleb,
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EBA
1/1/2018 09:39:41 am
Been a year of trial for so many, but God has been near. Jesus is our only hope and sure foundation! (Titus 2:11-13, 1 Cor 3:11) Happy New Year Caleb!
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