By Stuart Briscoe
We live in a fallen world that is far from ideal. Economists tell young people that they will be the first generation that will have to settle for a lower standard of living than enjoyed by their parents. Politicians preside over deadlock, their supporters vilifying their opponents with vitriol. War and rumors of war dominate the news. Social mores are in a tailspin. Violence rules in inner cities. Drug addiction is reaching epic proportions. And, many followers of Jesus around the world are experiencing a sense of unease and dread. Some are even in danger of giving way to despair and fear. Most are looking for encouragement and assurance as they face uncertain times.
