David JeremiahWe need encouragement, not sermonizing, and we need clear-eyed acknowledgement of the situation, not a sanctified gloss that pushes us toward saying, 'I see I must not admit my pain because, after all, I'm a Christian. I'll just have to cover it up.
About This Quote
The Bible is a book filled with Christ's teachings. When we read the Bible, we should be inspired by it and motivated to live in a manner that reflects the teachings of Christ. To live in a manner that is not in line with the teachings of Christ is to live in sin.
Source: What Are You Afraid Of?: Facing Down Your Fears With Faith
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