The consolation of Barnabas
This devotional article by Kyle Bruinooge explores the biblical concept of spiritual consolation through the example of Barnabas encouraging the newly converted Paul, drawing on New Testament accounts and the work of the Holy Spirit as the Comforter. The piece addresses the real emotional struggles believers face—including guilt, suffering, and rejection—and demonstrates how God provides comfort through His compassion and the support of the Christian community.
Mr. Kyle Bruinooge teaches New Testament history at Covenant Christian High School in Grand Rapids, Michigan and is a member of Faith PRC But Barnabas took him, and brought him to the apostles, and declared unto them how he had seen the Lord in the way, and that he had spoken to him, and how he had preached boldly at Damascus in the name of Jesus. Acts 9:27 The experience of feeling spiritually alone is very real. There is the reality of how great your sins are that they can rise up against...
Full article available on sb.rfpa.org
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