The Bishop’s Mind: Christian Wisdom, Daily Devotionals & Empowering Messages for Kingdom Living

  The “But” Factor: Finding Victory in Life’s Dual Realities "We are pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed." – 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 (KSB) How many of you remember that old song “Doin’ Da Butt”? They were talking about one kind of "but"—but today, I want to talk about the spiritual "but" factor, a deeper biblical principle that gives hope and balance. In 2 Corinthians 4, the Apostle Paul teaches us how to live in dual realities. He shows the church in Corinth—and us—that multiple truths can coexist. Just like Baskin-Robbins and Dunkin’ Donuts can share one location, your life can contain joy and pain, struggle and peace, pressure and perseverance all at once. Open Your Spiritual Senses It’s time to awaken our spiritual senses: Open your eyes to see what else God is doing. Open your ears to hear the whisper behind the noise. Open your mouth to tas...