Sun columnist urges readers to trust divine intervention amid personal crises
A new essay in the North Port Sun uses the biblical story of Jairus to frame advice for facing marriage, job, and financial difficulties.
By Talia Bennett ·
The North Port Sun published a new opinion column on Friday that centers on a specific biblical narrative as a guide for modern life. The piece, titled "Trust in God to have your problems solved," draws from the Gospel of Mark chapter five. It focuses on the account of Jairus, a man who pleaded with Jesus to heal his dying daughter.
The author describes Jairus falling at Jesus's feet, stating that his little girl was close to death. Jairus requested that Jesus come to his home to lay hands on her. The column notes that Jairus did not express doubt or uncertainty; he stated with confidence that he knew she would be healed. Jesus, in response, told Jairus not to panic.
The writer argues that Jesus viewed death as no greater a challenge than sickness. Because Jesus had the power to restore health, the author suggests he had the power to restore life. This theological point serves as the foundation for the column's practical advice. The author asks readers if they trust God enough to walk with him during their own storms.
The column lists several common human struggles, including marriages, jobs, children, finances, and legal charges. For each of these areas, the author asks what a person does when the situation goes from bad to worse. The text asserts that a person's mental and emotional attitude affects the outcome of these events. The author emphasizes that God does not deny the reality of negative situations, but indicates they are not the final reality.
In the biblical account, Jesus entered the house, took the dead girl by the hand, and said, "Little girl, I say unto you, arise." The girl rose. The columnist applies this moment to contemporary life, suggesting that faith can resurrect dead marriages or broken finances. One example given is a person who cannot get credit for a package of bubble gum.
The essay concludes with a series of direct appeals. The author invites readers to refuse to let go of their faith in times of adversity. The column urges readers not to panic, give up, or throw in the towel. It ends with the instruction to keep the faith.
The column appeared in the North Port Sun on October 30, 2026. It is part of the publication's regular opinion section, which features essays from local religious leaders and community figures.
