Worry adds nothing but takes much.
Deep dive into shallow prayers.
Could it be that there’s no prayer too small, too trivial, or too “shallow” for God?
Trusting God when He is silent.
I went through an awful season some years back. I needed some answers from God Himself — it was one of those “crisis of belief” times that Henry Blackaby so eloquently talked about in “Experiencing God.” This blog deals with that.
Be rational. Be reasonable. Fear not.
I see ads for survival kits cluttering my Facebook feed, promising safety in the face of unspecified threats. How annoying. Today’s blog deals with this.
Fighting for your beliefs without demonizing each other.
We can fight for our beliefs without demonizing each other. Not everyone knows this, apparently.
The solution to every problem you have.
Here’s what is true. You are carrying a burden that gnaws at your mind and heart.
Being whole.
Thoughts that lead to brokenness are the devil’s way of blocking what God wants you to know about who you are in Christ.
Embrace suffering. Keep smiling.
We often view success and good fortune as milestones, markers that indicate we’re moving in the right direction. But let’s flip the script for a second. Pain and suffering can be just as transformative, if not more so.
Embracing Authenticity In Trials
If there’s one thing we can take solace in, it’s the knowledge that our struggles don’t catch God off guard. He sees them, understands them, and has a purpose behind each one.
Losers Like Us
“And they all left him and fled.” – Mark 14:50 (ESV)
Those disciples. They bailed on their Master and friend. This hits home for those of us who’ve faced loneliness or have felt like we let someone down. Isn’t it comforting to know that Jesus Himself, the Savior of the world, understands what it’s like to be lonely?
Choose How You Feel
It’s all about choices, isn’t it? I’m not sure why so many struggle with this. Because … you choose the quality of your life. You aren’t a dog, zebra, aardvark, lungfish, or amoeba. You don’t operate on instinct. You have the power to choose.