Comments on: Is God Punishing Me?

By: Patty

Patty — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 05:52:14 +0000

Thank you for this reminder! My husband and I are continuing to struggle with infertility (going on 6 years), and I find myself doubting/getting discouraged in this area at times. It also reminds me of how easy it is to “know” what I should do/think, versus what I “do”! Thank you for your ministry!

By: Jennifer

Jennifer — Mon, 26 Nov 2007 23:12:51 +0000

Wow! Did you write this for me? I actually just had my second miscarriage in four months on the day you posted this blog. I have, very recently, come out of unfaithfulness to my husband to a better understanding of fighting sin and the truth that God doesn’t deal with man like we deal with man. My merciful husband is actually the one who found your note and had me read it. Thanks be to God for “the lovingkindness of the Lord is from everlasting to everlasting on those who fear Him, and His righteousness to children’s children.” Psalm 103:17 the chapter that helped me through….

By: Julie

Julie — Fri, 23 Nov 2007 19:48:19 +0000

This is such a good post. I am on the other side now with four children, but I so remember all of the despair and guilt during our 7 years of trying to start a family. I wish I had someone to encourage me this way back then.

By: Mandie

Mandie — Thu, 22 Nov 2007 19:39:21 +0000

I love the distinction between punishment and discipline. Thanks for the reminder!