The Pandemic Experience

The Pandemic Experience #3: Patience

Romans 12:12 — “Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer.” There is no doubt that the coronavirus pandemic is already proving to be a real test of our patience. The disruption to our regular patterns of life and the restrictions on gatherings have made it more difficult to have self-control and to…

The Pandemic Experience #2: Isolation

Hebrews 4:15-16, Matthew 4:1-11 — Perhaps the greatest impact the coronavirus will have on many people is the experience of isolation. In order to slow the spread of the virus, the authorities have imposed restrictions on social gatherings and travel. These are likely to tighten in the weeks to come. There are real challenges associated…

The Pandemic Experience #1: Anxiety

I Peter 5:6-7 — “Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.” — Running right alongside the coronavirus epidemic is an epidemic of anxiety. People across our nation are worried about their health and about major…