Why Is This Happening To Me?
Have you ever wondered why God allows difficult seasons in your life? Do you struggle with understanding whether what you're experiencing is God's punishment or something else entirely? In this powerful and eye-opening message, Pastor Ricky Ortiz breaks down one of the most misunderstood concepts in Christianity: God's discipline.
Growing up, many of us experienced what we thought was discipline but it was actually more like punishment. Speaking from personal experience and insight, Ricky shares insightful truths to help us understand that most people completely misinterpret what biblical discipline actually means. The difference is life-changing!
This message will revolutionize how you view your Heavenly Father and the challenging seasons you've walked through. Using powerful insights from Hebrews 12:5-11, Ricky reveals three transformative truths about God's discipline that will completely shift your perspective.
This message is especially powerful for anyone who has experienced harsh treatment from pastors, bosses, or earthly fathers and has projected those negative experiences onto God. Ricky makes it crystal clear that God the Father does not operate from malice, cruelty, or ill-will. Because God is love, He cannot exist apart from love or operate detached from it. So even His discipline flows from His perfect love for His children.
If you've been confused about difficult seasons in your life, wondering if God is angry with you or punishing you for past mistakes, this message will bring incredible clarity and comfort. You'll discover that what you thought was punishment might actually be evidence of God's love and proof that you belong to Him. Instead of resisting what feels like God's discipline, you can learn to receive it with confidence, knowing it comes from a loving Father who wants the best for you.
The sermon also addresses the honest reality that discipline never feels good in the moment. Ricky's authenticity shines through as he admits that after 39 years of experiencing discipline, he still doesn't like it—and that's completely normal. This isn't about pretending to enjoy difficult seasons, but about understanding the heart behind them and trusting in God's ultimate purpose for your good and His glory.
For anyone currently walking through a challenging season and wondering if God has forgotten about them or is punishing them, this message offers hope and biblical truth.
So whether you're dealing with health challenges, relationship difficulties, financial struggles, or spiritual dryness, this message will help you reframe your circumstances through the lens of a loving Father's discipline rather than an angry God's punishment.
This isn't just theological theory—it's practical, life-changing truth that will transform how you navigate difficult seasons. Ricky's teaching style is both biblically sound and refreshingly honest, making complex theological concepts accessible and applicable to everyday life. If you've ever felt confused, discouraged, or even angry about what you perceived as God's punishment in your life, this message will bring the clarity and peace you've been searching for.
Don't miss this opportunity to understand your Heavenly Father's heart and discover the love behind His discipline. Your perspective on your current circumstances—and your relationship with God—may never be the same.
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