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The Hard Question
by Laura H.
The high school that most of our students attend just got a shock yesterday. One of the students committed suicide. We have a few students that have attended elementary school through high school with this student, but none have said they were particularly “close” to this individual. Many students are asking questions, seeking solace, and probably dealing with anger and, maybe even some, guilt. Our students will now be a shoulder for other students at school to lean on. How are we (in ministry) equipping our students to help others through tragedies like this? Are we? Is their faith real enough, personal enough, strong enough to take the hit but maintain it’s depth? Or is their faith built on cushy sand (or could I even be more bold and specific as to say built on silly youth group games, fun events, & activities) that will wash away when a strong wave hits? Or, are we helping our students to know where to turn to when the tough times/questions hit? In a situation like this… when that best friend turns to a friend and says, “How could God let ‘Mike’ kill himself?” Will they at least be ready to say I don’t know, but stand firm on their faith in the One who loves and created that suicidal teen? Will they eventually be able to share about the hope they have? Or… will they have spent too much time in youth group playing games that they [...]
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A lot of you have been experiencing transition and change with this crazy economy, not only in your households, but ministry/church jobs. It is such a confusing place to be. I know I find myself wrestling with the questions…”Isn’t this God’s calling for our family?” “How will He provide?”.
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