I've only been a lead pastor for three years, but in that time, I've heard more people apologize for crying than in the 32 years prior.
Some people beat themselves up for feeling sad. Recently, an older Christian shared with me the many ways they do this. They said, “I know it’s bad, I should be happier if I have faith in God, right?” They treated their sorrow with gut punches of shame. Some medicate it with distractions. Some do all they can to avoid it. Sadness surprises and embarrasses them.
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Scott Hurst
Scott Hurst pastors at Northminster Baptist Church in Toronto. He enjoys sports, books, and spending time with his wife and their two boys.
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