Suffering Shared, Combined Courage (Part Four)

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We continue with more reader feedback after sharing some of Our Story -- see posts (to the left, Meet The Kutneys) for my wife's important perspective on suffering, entitled 'Embracing the Mystery' along with my article entitled 'Changing Seasons'

"I have just read your testimonies in Canadian Christianity and The Testimony. A
friend told me about the articles (not knowing that I knew you). They were both
very moving.
I had heard some time ago, Ken, about your illness but wasn't aware how it had progressed. A difficult journey you've been called on to travel, all of you together.
Your own response to the rollercoaster of emotions and questions was very well expressed, Joy. It touched us deeply. You both sound so grounded in mature faith (which doesn't mean there can't be questions), but it's an inspiration to read of that kind of honesty rooted in deep faith.
… It was precisely the spirit of quiet faith and acceptance that I appreciated in both your testimonies, even in the face of questions and discouragements. May God keep you hopeful yet rooted in that kind of faith. This is difficult sometimes, I realize, especially in the midst of the blatant triumphalism around in many quarters.
As you hint, there is little understanding of the sovereignty of God. There must also be little reading of Paul's letters! Peace and strength to you both. "
Sven

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