Thanks for sharing this. Very often it is almost as hard for me to learn about others’ pain as for me to experience my own. So it is rare for me to read something like this. But I’ve always believed that experiencing suffering can help us and others.
I know that experiencing pain can make us humble and bring us closer to God. And I know that having experienced suffering we can minister to those who suffer in the same way we have.
But I am now learning that there is an additional benefit to our pain. I believe it is also a good thing for people who see others suffering, to have the attitude of “There, but for the grace of God, go I.”
I am sorry to hear about your step-brother. Your commentary on mortality and grief rings very true. Life is way too short.
Thanks for sharing this. Very often it is almost as hard for me to learn about others’ pain as for me to experience my own. So it is rare for me to read something like this. But I’ve always believed that experiencing suffering can help us and others.
I know that experiencing pain can make us humble and bring us closer to God. And I know that having experienced suffering we can minister to those who suffer in the same way we have.
But I am now learning that there is an additional benefit to our pain. I believe it is also a good thing for people who see others suffering, to have the attitude of “There, but for the grace of God, go I.”
That's a beautiful insight! I appreciate you sharing it!