Turning Pain into Purpose: Fr. Rob Galea's Insights on Suffering
God can take the millions of pieces, the brokenness, the mess of our life and turn that mess, those millions of pieces, when we surrender them to love, he can turn them into a beautiful work of art, a beautiful message for the world.
Ever wondered why a loving God allows suffering? In this episode of 'Shalom World - Weekly Wisdom with Fr. Rob', Fr. Rob Galea tackles this age-old question head-on. He doesn’t shy away from the tough stuff. Instead, he digs deep into how suffering, while undeniably painful, can also be a pathway to profound personal growth and a closer relationship with God. Fr.
Rob uses the example of Jesus' own suffering to show that pain isn't meaningless; it can foster humility and empathy, helping us become more like Jesus. Through his thoughtful reflections, Fr. Rob encourages listeners to see their struggles as opportunities for transformation. He shares how surrendering our pain to Jesus can turn our 'mess' into a 'message', creating something beautiful out of our darkest moments.
This episode is perfect for anyone grappling with the 'why' behind their pain and seeking a way to find hope and purpose through faith.