Grace Isn’t Earned: Why Being Close to God Doesn’t Guarantee Protection from Pain

Even the strongest swimmers can drown. Sometimes we assume that faith should keep us afloat through every storm—but strength doesn’t make us immune to struggle. When waves of grief or despair pull us under, know this: God isn’t standing on the shore demanding more faith. He’s in the water with you—holding, weeping, and lifting you in grace.

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