Helen Brown that's right. . GOD NEVER PROMISED A SMOOTH SAILING FOR ANYONE , not even His only son .. but He promised us a safe landing if we put our faith in Him .. my life wasn't easy either being homeless .. but I learned to forgive the ones that misjudged and hated me so long .. these things aren't so easy for most these days .. we only live for ourselves .. sow to please the flesh etc. The message of church today is way dif. Than acts. We see but we can allow God to point us in the right direction if we are willing to follow . But God doesn't give us what we want or what we need rather what's best for us all .. for some sadly they rather enjoy sin than a life of freedom we all were called but few were actually chosen . God has compassion on whoever .. so our lack of understanding comes from a lack of faith in grace and Gods mercy .. when Jesus is mighty to save .. Paul said in Timothy this trustworthy saying Jesus came to save sinners of whom I am the worst. .. i can only imagine how ashamed he may have felt. But also feel how accepting God really but won't condone sin .. He disciplines the ones He loves.

Carson White and to add...through MY trials my family has seen 'how can she be so content when dealing with this or that'. I always give the glory to Jesus for He carries me through my days. It is not by my own efforts I can tell you! Praise Jesus indeed for He is what I need!!! X

Helen and Carson, what beautiful testimonies. Thank you both for sharing. May Jesus receive ALL the glory!