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October 22, 2026
Living & Loving in the Tension of Faith
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I was forty-three years old when I was first admitted to the psychiatric ward.
Born again in 1978, I had been a Christian for eighteen years. But knowing Jesus does not guarantee instant freedom from emotional and psychological turmoil.
I didn’t understand what was happening to me. In the middle of the night, I went into a catatonic state. My wife phoned our pastor. He came over and helped talk me out of that state, but I was in very bad condition mentally. Thankfully, our three children, ages eleven, nine, and seven at the time, slept through the commotion.
The next morning, I knew I needed help and checked into our local hospital, where they assigned me to the psychiatric ward. I had an extremely high level of anxiety and imaginations and had barely been sleeping. Dr. Levy, the psychiatrist I met with in the hospital, gave me a diagnosis almost immediately—obsessive-compulsive disorder, commonly referred to as OCD....
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The sunrise symbolizes new beginnings, hope, and the promise of a new day. The imagery of sunrise is used throughout the Bible to represent God’s glory, his faithfulness, and his promise of renewal. As the sun rises, it heralds the light of the morning, dispelling the darkness and bringing the first light of a new day. Bible verses about sunrise highlight the divine presence of the Lord, showcasing his everlasting light and the good things he brings to all creation. From the first day of the week to the seventh day of rest, sunrises serve as time markers in the biblical narrative, emphasizing new starts and the unfolding of God’s promise.
The light of dawn is a powerful symbol that is often linked to the revelation of Jesus Christ. As the waters of the sea reflect the light of day, so too do the lives of believers reflect the light of the Lord’s name. Each sunrise is a reminder of God’s creations, his great power, and his tender mercy. From the setting sun to the first light, these sunrise verses inspire believers to see each new day as a gift from God, filled with opportunities for praise, renewal, and living in the light of the Spirit of God....
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