When I first began the study I wasn’t sure why I had to dig into my past (yet again) as it was so long ago and has been cast as far as the east is from the west. In revealing myself and my history, to my counselor (Judi), it did enable her to know me more intimately (and vice versa as we shared experiences). I am grateful for the study as it has challenged me more and more to be consistently in His Word on a daily basis. I have struggled with consistency, and may miss some days, but I will get back on track. The important part of the study (and has been for me anyway) is to really focus on Christ’s suffering on the cross for my/our sins. To delve into the anguish He went through does help me to keep my eyes focused on Him and not my own circumstances. Whatever the Lord brings into my life will never compare to His anguish, suffering, abandonment, and being forsaken by His Father.
