Faithful Plodding: Lessons in Perseverance from Dr. Mel Lawrenz

Feb 13, 2024 | Lectures, Videos

How do we deal with the harsh realities of devastating losses, unforeseen challenges, and moral failures around us? In this context Dr. Mel Lawrenz explores:

The power of biblical wisdom: Dr. Lawrenz uses James 3:17 as a guide to talk about the inherent qualities of biblical wisdom. He explores what it means to be  pure, peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. 

Plodding through adversity: Drawing inspiration from the remarkable story of William Carey, often hailed as the father of modern missions, Dr. Lawrenz retells the story of Carey who lost 17 years of hard work in one night and yet continued rebuilding. 

Perseverance in small actions: Just as the builders of great cathedrals dedicated themselves to a vision they would never fully witness in their lifetime, Dr. Lawrenz encourages perseverance in our small, plodding steps. He calls us to trust that each step contributes to a grander design beyond what we can see.
 
Watch the full video to immerse yourself in these stories and gain insights that have the potential to reshape your perspective on perseverance.

Dr Lawrenz helps us to navigate life’s harsh realities, faithfully plod forward, and understand the biblical source of wisdom. We learn that endurance extends beyond the grand gestures of world missions, and that every small step holds the potential to elicit profound hope.