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Where is God when a bitter divorce tears a family apart? Where is God when a child is sexually abused? Where is God when a pastor commits adultery, betraying his congregation and his calling? Where is God when a teenager pulls a loaded gun out of his backpack and opens fire in a crowded classroom? Where is He when the unthinkable happens?
We all ask these questions in the midst of our pain. But I wonder…why are we so surprised by the depth of evil in our world? We are quick to blame God for tragedy, when the real source of our heartaches and failures is the depravity of humanity. Because we live in a fallen, sin-saturated world, we cannot prevent or escape suffering.
Insight for Living Canada is called to shine light into the darkness, exposing evil that few are willing to confront. We offer comfort and understanding to the hopeless and hurting. We fearlessly proclaim the truth in our depraved society. We ask the hard questions. We provide you with solid answers from God's Word.
In his letter to the Romans, the apostle Paul wrote extensively about the wickedness within the heart of man. He suffered at the hands of evil men many times. But in the midst of it all, Paul kept his eyes on Jesus, our ultimate Hope: “The Spirit Himself testifies with our spirit that we are children of God, and if children, heirs also, heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ, if indeed we suffer with Him so that we may also be glorified with Him. For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory that is to be revealed to us” (Romans 8:16-18, emphasis added).
To support you in your own times of suffering, we have developed a brand-new LifeMaps book called Hope for the Hurting. As you read, you will gain insight into the causes of suffering. You will be encouraged to endure with grace and purpose. Most importantly, you will be reminded that we never suffer alone. Jesus promised to be with us every step of the way.
For this reason, Insight for Living Canada is committed to continue broadcasting the hope of Jesus Christ. But in order to fulfill this mission, we depend on your financial support—especially during the lean summer months. We can't reach out with the Word of God unless you reach out to us. Will you help us continue this life-changing ministry by sending your gift today?
I'd like to send you a copy of Hope for the Hurting. Please respond soon…we are counting on you.
Proclaiming hope and truth,
Charles R. Swindoll
