Hebrews 11:1 defines faith as, “the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.” Faith, at its core, is believing in what we cannot physically see or touch. It’s the confidence that what we hope for will come to pass, even if it hasn’t happened yet. For Christians, faith means trusting in…

Not long ago, my pastor shared a perspective that caught me off guard: he suggested that when it’s God’s will for you to face a tough season, accept it and ask Him what lessons you’re meant to learn. At first, I disliked this idea. It felt harsh. Why would anyone want to learn from pain?…