Struggling

[Anonymous]

I have been struggling with my faith lately. My husband accidentally ran over our family pet that we've had for 12 years. Our daughter was devastated. My elderly mom has dementia and called today while I was putting away our dog's things to accuse me of stealing from her. I haven't of course and I know it's the illness talking but she called me a thief. Our daughter is a senior and we are struggling financially and just received word our insurance is going up $100 each month. All of this has left me questioning my faith. We try to follow the Word. We try to live good lives. Why all this? Why does God punish you to prove your love and devotion? I can't take much more. I don't understand.

 

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Our God of peace, you have taught us that in returning and rest we shall be saved, in quietness and in confidence shall be our strength: By the might of your Spirit answer this request, we pray of you, so we may be still and know that you are God; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

 

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