Event Recap
At our most recent Cornerstone event, we had the joy of hearing Hannah teach a lesson titled “Physical Aspects of Emotions.” Hannah spoke about the many physical changes that occur in a woman’s body—such as periods, pregnancy, menopause, and mood-altering drugs—that can affect emotions. While it can be tempting to use hormones as a justification for emotionalism, they are never an excuse for sin. Instead, how should we respond to our circumstances when it is difficult to control our emotions?
The Bible gives us an amazing example of a woman who displayed great faith in the midst of physical and emotional trials: the woman who suffered from a hemorrhage for twelve years. She is mentioned in Mark 5:25-34 and serves as a wonderful example of how we can remain fixed on the Lord in every circumstance. Rather than blaming God for her failed attempts to find healing (detailed in Mark 5:26), she had hope. When she touched Christ’s cloak and was healed, He gave her a unique exhortation: “Your faith has made you well; go in peace” (Mark 5:34). Likewise, when we choose to trust in God and His sovereignty over our lives rather than being ruled by our emotions, we will experience the true, genuine peace that comes from the Lord.
Sisters, let us not believe that we must be controlled by our emotions. Instead, let us recognize the choice we have to see God clearly and live in light of who He is, regardless of our circumstances. When God gives us physical trials, let us rejoice in the unique opportunity He has given us to learn more about who He is and to grow in our faith!
The Bible gives us an amazing example of a woman who displayed great faith in the midst of physical and emotional trials: the woman who suffered from a hemorrhage for twelve years. She is mentioned in Mark 5:25-34 and serves as a wonderful example of how we can remain fixed on the Lord in every circumstance. Rather than blaming God for her failed attempts to find healing (detailed in Mark 5:26), she had hope. When she touched Christ’s cloak and was healed, He gave her a unique exhortation: “Your faith has made you well; go in peace” (Mark 5:34). Likewise, when we choose to trust in God and His sovereignty over our lives rather than being ruled by our emotions, we will experience the true, genuine peace that comes from the Lord.
Sisters, let us not believe that we must be controlled by our emotions. Instead, let us recognize the choice we have to see God clearly and live in light of who He is, regardless of our circumstances. When God gives us physical trials, let us rejoice in the unique opportunity He has given us to learn more about who He is and to grow in our faith!