Can you recall a time when you were in a state of profound helplessness? Perhaps triggered by a fear, or illness, loneliness? The self-help gurus of today would invite you to just tap into your inner self to find peace. Or just rid yourself of toxic people and hang around with people that are nicer to you. Or, just “be the best ‘you’ you can be.” But do these memes and mantras actually hold water when the rubber hits the road? This week, Pastor Jim recounts the story of a woman who was terribly isolated, sick and lonely. She tried everything to get better; until she heard about someone who was doing amazing things for people just like her.
