Why Your Wounds Can Become Your Greatest Strength

[@darinsloan1454]

I combined several of these ideas from this series into my Sunday school lesson yesterday. It seemed to have a deeply healing impact on many people. I am always grateful for your wisdom and insight and dedication to feeding our souls. Thanks!

[@AfreshMinistries]

That is great! I often listen to Become New and share nuggets from BN in my Wednesday devotional messages!

[@BecomeNew]

Thanks, Darin, we're glad it nourishes you! - Rob

[@BecomeNew]

Thanks, April, that's high praise! - Rob

[@brucebaker111]

Thank you, John, for a powerful episode, and thanks to the Become New community for sharing these Withered Hand stories. As a 12-stepper, I hear many stories and share a few of my own. Together, in those meetings, we hurt, heal, help each other, and learn how to grow through the pain of our past, present, and future. We work to put the past in perspective, to handle the present in a healthy way, and to lay plans for a future that allows us to live better than we did before. Sacred wounds are God’s reminders that we are not alone in our suffering, that we are loved and understood in our deepest pain. They are places where His grace reaches in, teaching us humility, compassion, and reliance on His strength. Sacred wounds show us that the pain we endure can become a source of growth and healing, not just for ourselves, but as a gift we can share to help others. These wounds, though difficult, are pathways that draw us closer to God, revealing His presence even in our brokenness.

[@BecomeNew]

Beautifully spoken, Bruce, thank you sir! - Rob

[@lindareiner3856]

“Sacred wounds”, thank you Jesus. Each episode speaks to my heart, to my life. This episode though is a healing balm in my season of revealing my own broken heart. Grateful to the Lord for always being with me.

[@BecomeNew]

We're so grateful it helps, thanks for sharing, Linda! - Rob

[@connorshowie]

Thank you so much for this. While my life has had some great difficulties and pain, I know I would never have leaned so hard on God had it not been that way. He truly brings beauty from ashes. John and Nancy, you both sharing your heartache and vulnerability have most certainly impacted more hurting people and brought more glory to God than if you had not turned this into something which bears much fruit for the kingdom of God. When Cooper ran away and you spoke about it, then when you said "Come Home" it brought me to tears. Not just that I have people I want to come home, but Jesus says to us COME HOME. God Bless You Both.

[@elaineh1041]

good morning ☀️ ❤️‍🩹 God’s hope and love truly heals all wounds. Heartfelt pain & suffering, and preserving through it all with God is comforting and encouraging~keeping all in prayer. Have a blessed day.💕🍃

[@BecomeNew]

thank you for sharing, Elaine, we are so glad you are here! - Rob

[@reubengitonga2055]

I made my soccer team I coach watch this (High School) reflected wonderful things about shame and bearing wounds. Hebrews 12:4 scorn the shame.

[@BecomeNew]

Strong work, Reuben, that's coaching life skills! - Rob

[@VintageByte]

Thank you, John, for a spirit-filled episode! More Grace and Peace to you!!

[@BecomeNew]

Thank you for joining today! - Rob

[@tracykamemoto4602]

Wow!! Thank you Become New fellowship for sharing your stories. You are loved. Thank you Jesus for the Fellowship of the withered hand.❤🙏

[@RoseExieDavis]

Amen, sister Tracy, so grateful we share Christs' love. aloha~*

[@BecomeNew]

We are so glad you choose to be a part of us, Tracy! - Rob

[@susanne4168]

Tears!

[@chriswilliams5109]

Yes. Tears.

[@BecomeNew]

I know, right?!? - Rob

[@peggysevre7211]

Crying, praying, and praising. What a fellowship we are blessed to be a part of.

[@terriwerning3477]

Thank you, John and all you beautiful people who make this this happen. God bless you all!

[@BecomeNew]

Thank you Terry - we are grateful you are with us - be blessed Bucky

[@jacksonlane]

so redeeming...

[@BecomeNew]

Thanks, Jackson, we appreciate you. - Rob

[@kellypatton1261]

Thank you so much.

[@BecomeNew]

You are welcome, Kelly, thank you! - Rob

[@triciagleghorn]

Thank you for taking the time to create and share these. It has been a meaningful series.

[@BecomeNew]

Thanks, Tricia, we are glad you find value in them! - Rob

[@beanfeld]

Yes. True. ❤

[@BecomeNew]

Glad to have you with us today, Elaine, thank you! - Rob

[@JeanneCorrigan-ej4le]

So beautiful , thank you 🙏🏼 I feel renewed . God bless you wonderful people and your stories ❤️.

[@BecomeNew]

So grateful for you Jeanne - thank you for sharing your day with us Bucky

[@Deba7777]

Love this! Very comforting & encouraging! Glory to God! Thank you!

[@BecomeNew]

Glad you enjoyed it! - Our Advent series begins on Monday December 2nd - we hope you will join us Bucky

[@lexhagen3847]

Thank you John. I've read several of your books and have recently discovered this channel. Valuable topics you are sharing! Thanks, Lex, Holland

[@GaryParkey-r8q]

Thank you -Patsy parkey

[@BecomeNew]

you're welcome, Patsy, thanks for watching! - Rob

[@lvshope]

Wow! Amazing stories of God’s Grace.

[@wendy-mae]

How i needed that right now. How come in real life we have to be so ashamed of our wounds and grief. It seems we can only find openes on internet.

[@BecomeNew]

You haven't looked in the right place yet, Wendy, I'd encourage you to look for a good Celebrate Recovery group in your area! - Rob

[@vinoo1946]

Great ❤

[@BecomeNew]

Thanks for watching, Arnold, we appreciate you! - Rob

[@johnmcmannus]

Excellent! Thank you.

[@BecomeNew]

Thank you John - don't forget our Advent Series begins on Monday December 2nd - we hope you will join us Bucky

[@daniellemeadows8291]

❤

[@BecomeNew]

Thanks, Danielle - Rob

[@BecomeNew]

Thank you for faithfulness Danielle Blessings Bucky

[@candyboyer]

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[@BecomeNew]

Thank you Candy for joining us - don't forget we begin our Advent series in 2 weeks - we hope you will join us Bucky