What to Do When You Are Stuck

“An oyster turns an inescapable, irritating grain of sand into a precious pearl, reminding us to make spiritual pearls out of life's painful seasons.”

“Chained to Roman imperial guards every four hours, the Apostle Paul recognized each guard as a captive audience assigned to hear about Jesus.”

“A family waiting in the hospital for their young son's heart transplant viewed their long stay as their personal mission field for Christ.”

“When working on a complex puzzle, kids need the box picture to navigate the pieces—similarly, mature believers look at God's big picture rather than staring in a mirror of self-pity.”

“A judge noted that a tavern owner who sued a church after lightning destroyed his bar believed in the power of prayer more than the church's defense lawyers did.”

“Inmates on death row at Angola State Prison experienced gospel revival and planted over 100 churches within one of the world's most violent prisons.”

“Trapped 2,000 feet underground for 69 days, 33 Chilean miners met daily for prayer, Scripture reading, and worship, demonstrating faith in a dark place before their rescue.”