30. Jesus Knows Your Suffering (with Scott Shaum)

Adam Ormord, President and Co-Founder of LifePoint, invites Scott Shaum to the podcast to explore the profound themes of suffering, grief, and the spiritual journey.

Scott is an anglican priest, spiritual director, and member of the Executive Leadership Team at Barnabas International. Scott is also the author of "The Uninvited Companion: God's Shaping Us in His Love Through Life's Adversities."

The conversation delves into the theology of suffering, emphasizing the paradox of a loving God amidst human pain, and the necessity of endurance and awareness of God's presence in the middle of our suffering. Scott shares his profound journey through suffering, beginning with his battle against dengue fever and the subsequent health challenges he faced. He reflects on the silence of God during his darkest moments and how he learned to find God's presence in that silence.

Scott discusses the paradox of suffering as a means of redemption and spiritual growth, emphasizing the importance of understanding the 'Dark Night of the Soul.' He explores the spirituality of suffering, the relevance of Jesus' suffering, and the role of spiritual direction in navigating pain.

The conversation culminates in the significance of naming loss and grief as essential steps in the healing process, ultimately leading to a deeper understanding of God's love and presence in our lives.

A special thanks to Matt Etter for sharing his song, "It's the Scars," and granting us permission to share it with our global podcast audience. (Writing credit to Matt Etter, Amy Clemens, and Randy Morrison.)

The Being Formed Podcast is a soul care ministry of LifePoint Resources.