Let’s be real, life isn’t supposed to be easy, and we are supposed to be challenged and face many trials almost every single day. Having those struggles in our life is what makes us stronger, because of that fight we go through to face them.

Once there was a lucky man. Partially lucky because he had great faith, and partially because he was Irish. However, his story starts out with not-so-lucky beginnings…

With that being said, in order to understand why we suffer, we must understand why God suffered on the cross. We’re created in God’s image. So, we must look at his image of suffering to understand our own.

So many youth feel like they have no one to talk to about their problems; they feel like no one cares about them. We try to combat that through dynamic and relevant encounters with youth.

As for me, it has always been a challenge to stay focused in prayer. As I read this quote, I felt a huge connection to her. I realized that I was not the only one who found it extremely difficult.

You ever read the Bible before?” He promptly responded with, “Twice actually.” Again I said to myself “Oh boy” He followed up and said, “I’m not a believer though.” Again I said to myself “Oh boy” I simply asked, “well what do you believe?” He told me “I’m a Wiccan.”

What do you think? Does everyone suffer? Think of the most joyful person you know. Do they suffer?

By our crosses, we learn to rely on God more fully.

If we are willing to suffer and sacrifice for the body how much more should we be willing to sacrifice for the spirit?