"Though it’s an uncomfortable thought, before God can really begin to use a person for His purposes…He must break that person. Brokenness is not a popular idea in our culture. But there is usually no sweeter time of intimacy with God than when He takes our life & our sinful habits…& destroys them…so that He can build us up again. Yes, the Lord is a loving Father. Yes, He is our Savior & our Help in time of need. But sometimes, He shows up as a hurricane. May we embrace Him when He does."