I have to admit, I haven’t had a lot of words to write lately. It’s strange, being one who usually tends toward writing a lot. It’s a sort of desert, an emptiness, and it’s not the most welcome, its end unknown to me. Yet it seems, this is the season I am in. What about … Continue reading God’s Word Never Fails, Falters or Fades
Staying in the Word can be especially difficult when you feel stuck. Even if we have a tried and true daily Bible reading plan, we can feel like we're in a rut at times. Maybe we’re facing greater stress in our lives, the loss of a loved one or a heftier daily schedule. This feeling may last for a week or a day, but it can become quite frustrating. Check out these ideas for staying in the Word even when you feel stuck.
Disappointment is a common experience for us all. We will never escape feelings of disappointment in this earthly life. Disappointment can cause us to respond in both helpful and hurtful ways. For example, have you yourself--or do you know someone--who has experienced a disappointment that led them into a major shift in life or even … Continue reading Key Realizations for When We’re Disappointed with God
With the challenges of a pandemic topping off any difficulties we’re already facing, we may find ourselves experiencing loneliness even more deeply this year. Some of us may be physically alone, whereas others may be surrounded by many, and yet experiencing loneliness for any number of reasons or perhaps due to circumstances outside of our … Continue reading Call Out in the Loneliness: “O Come, Immanuel”
Last Updated: July 23, 2020 Have you ever heard the saying, ”fear is the opposite of faith?” It’s very commonly taught, but believe it or not, it’s not exactly true. Why is that? First we must define faith and fear to determine whether they are opposite each other or even in the same category. Defining … Continue reading Fear Is Not the Opposite of Faith
To the one who deals with anxiety: Though you feel fearful or anxious, do not beat yourself up. Don't condemn yourself. Feeling a certain emotion does not mean you have committed sin. Anxiety is not a sin. By itself, an emotion we feel is is not a sin. Feelings arise in us, often outside of … Continue reading Encouragement for the Anxious: Your Emotions Are Not Sin
Many of us are troubled, unsettled and even anxious right now. I too have felt the same at times. Amid rumors of wars, plagues and injustice, our world is not always an enjoyable place to be. Panic and unknowns abounding, our world’s sin-laden, fallen status is more than obvious. Don’t forget the words of Jesus … Continue reading Let Not Your Heart Be Troubled
I was broken and lost but I didn’t know it. Hopeless, lonely and unsatisfied with life. I believed there was a God, but this did me little good. Why? Because I didn’t actually know Him. I believed but I didn't know I was supposed to have a relationship with Him. I didn't even know I … Continue reading A Resurrection Story
Last Updated: July 2, 2020 Choosing to be still is often the most challenging thing to do in times of difficulty, yet God calls us to trust Him. Trusting Him is not always easy, but choosing to still our souls is always a wise first response to consider. Perhaps a loved one is in dire … Continue reading Trusting God in Difficulty: Choosing to Be Still
Last Updated: July 2, 2020 Perhaps you’ve experienced seasons where you were feeling very little, or even nothing at all, in your walk with God. You may even feel this way now: numb, empty and wondering why. I’ve been in such a season myself and most likely every disciple of Christ has experienced such frustrations. … Continue reading God’s Answer When We Feel Nothing
Last Updated: July 5, 2020 I was recently encouraged while reading Luke 1:5-17. In this narrative, we find Zacharias and Elizabeth faithfully following the Lord and His ways. An area of lack remained in their lives despite this. "There was in the days of Herod, the king... a certain priest named Zacharias... His wife was … Continue reading Facing Lack or Delay? Stay Faithful to the Lord
"You sift and search out my path and my lying down, and You are acquainted with all my ways." - Psalm 139:3 (AMPC) Each day we can rest assured that the Lord knows our path. He is acquainted with every detail. He even sifts through the things of our day, setting aside those things which … Continue reading The Lord Knows Our Every Day
Dear weary one, You may feel as if nothing is worthwhile any longer. You may feel that God is absence or disappointed in you. Perhaps you feel like a messier mess than anyone else alive! Sometimes our feelings simply do not line up with the truth. We seem to feel nothing at all. Other times, … Continue reading Weary One, God Is Still at Work in You
There is One who will never forget you, who always sees your heart. The Lord sees your desperation for all to be made right. Even in your deepest need, you are never ever alone. He sees everything and He never leaves. He knows you better than anyone. He fulfills your needs better than any ever … Continue reading In Your Deepest Need: You Are Never Ever Alone
If you’re facing a time of difficulty, know that God sees you. He sees the trials you face, the hardships that have come your way. He sees the overwhelming pain. Know this: He cares for you immensely Keep your eyes upon Him. He is able to comfort us far better than any human being ever … Continue reading Comfort for Those Facing Trials and Hardship
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