This Devotional comes pairs with workout 2 from week 7 in the SoulStrength Fit Parables of Jesus Workout Program found at soulstrengthfit.com

Can you think of times of prosperity in which you actually felt distracted by, or focused on, success, stability or pleasure, and consequently became more distant from God?  And conversely, can you bring to mind times of trial, suffering, or despair that drew you closer to God and led you to seek Him for comfort?

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