Good ministers are often said to "comfort the afflicted and afflict the comfortable." While actually a misappropriation of a quote about newspapers by Irish journalist Finley Peter Dunne (see it in context here), this sentiment still strikes a true chord. Could it be because that's just what Jesus accomplished with many of his parables and teachings? The most succinct example of this may be when he ends the parable of the workers in the vineyard by saying "So the last will be first and the first will be last" (Matthew 20:16).
At the end of each day's devotional you will be offered both a comfort and a challenge, because they are woven together in the fabric of the Gospel. This feature was one of the most popular with the readers of Celebrate, because it helped them put the Gospel into action. When the regular postings begin on July 5, I would encourage you to try both - especially the ones that may seem a little uncomfortable.
Peace,
Joseph
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