Bible Verse–Psalm 34:18

The LORD is near to them that are of a broken heart; and saves such as be of a contrite spirit.

Bible Verse–Isaiah 48:10

Behold, I have refined you, but not with silver; I have chosen you in the furnace of affliction.

Bible Verses–Mark 2:23-28

And it came to pass, that he went through the corn fields on the sabbath day; and his disciples began, as they went, to pluck the ears of corn. And the Pharisees said to him, Behold, why do they on the sabbath day that which is not lawful? And he said to them,...

What Are the Standards for Being Overcomers in Revelation?

By Xuezhi When they hear about “overcomers,” most Christians think those who labor and work for the Lord, who can keep the Lord’s name, who can sit in prison for years without denying the Lord, and who experience all kinds of persecutions and tribulations a...

Bible Verse–Psalm 34:17

The righteous cry, and the LORD hears, and delivers them out of all their troubles.

Why Do We Need to Experience Hardship and Refinement?

By Xiang Yang One day, I read a fable. There was once a farmer who hoped that his wheat would not be affected by any terrible weather while it was growing, but would grow tall and strong in light winds and sunshine. But when his wish was realized and the ti...

Bible Verse–Psalm 19:7

Psalm 19:7 The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple.