By Jeff Kinley
We often give some thought to Bible characters as dressed with their Sunday best---lookin' stable, smelling of feat, and conserving the posture of unshakeable religion. We wonder at those 'flawless saints' whereas pondering, 'Wow! i am not worthy!' howdy, no longer so quick. think it or no longer, the main celebrated humans within the Bible have been stricken by doubt, undesirable judgements, and not more than ideal reputations. In a observe, so much have been losers! And but, God had plans that may take them past their humble, imperfect lives and dub them proud individuals of the 'losers' membership. Losers membership is a real-life examine well-known Bible figures resembling Moses, Solomon, David, Thomas, Rahab, and others. each one vignette finds those that fight with vulnerable religion, confusion, and frustration---people a great deal such as you and me! those tales may also help you connect to those fallacious heroes, locate encouragement of their tales, and get encouraged through God's love and deal with 'losers.'
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In this book, you’ll discover that it’s in the middle of your struggles that you truly find God. You’ll learn that it’s okay to be a loser. ) And you’ll realize that only through “losing your life” can you really find it. This is a book for anybody who has ever lost a game in life. ” It means you have a scar or two from past battles or failures. It means you still struggle from time to time like the rest of us. It means you’re encouraged and motivated by the stories and lives of others who struggled to become the people God wanted them to be.
It’s a decision of faith. Admittedly, it’s not often an easy decision. We’re all human, used to trusting what we can taste, touch, see, hear, and feel. That’s why we have to retrain our hearts and minds with Scripture (Romans 12:2). Walking by faith is not an event. It’s a habit. ” It’s a lifestyle thing. And it takes time and practice. So what did David do? Did he sink deeper into depression? Did his doubts continue? Did he become bitter, or did he conquer his doubts about God’s presence and care?
When this happens, you have two options: 1) chuck your beliefs like a used candy wrapper, or 2) start wrestling with the “uncomfortableness” of your faith. It doesn’t matter what church you attend, what Bible translation you use, or how godly your parents are. Somewhere along the way God will fail to meet your expectations. When that happens, it’s time to look for some answers. BILLY GRAHAM MEETS ROB ZOMBIE Case in point: There was this guy named John, or “John the Baptist,” as he is popularly known.