The struggle of understanding who God has made us to be — uniquely, the individual calls and characteristics God has given us — is familiar to all of us.
Read MoreSince my father died, I’ve written him several letters. It’s my way of keeping him present and it can also be quite therapeutic for those who have lost a loved one. With Father’s Day on the horizon, a letter shared seemed appropriate.
Read MoreYou know you need to read this if your heart leapt out of your chest when reading the title. So many people carry the weight of how their father shaped them. Good, bad or indifferent. We know the stories and the many different scenarios of fatherhood that have made us into the adults we are today. If you have father wounds or know someone who does, this guide will help you to begin the journey of healing.
Read MoreThen maybe, just maybe, it will become more natural to embrace other people we don't understand. We can learn to extend the same grace, understanding and space to our fellow image-bearers who are also complex, multifaceted and more than one thing.
Read MoreWhat if we approached missions (local or global) with the idea of partnering with God where He is already at work?
Read MoreIt's easy for me to get caught up in what I think I should want instead of what I actually want. Our culture tells us that there are some things we all should desire, but what do you do when you realize you don't want those things?
Read MoreNo matter what your life looks like. No matter how “much” or “little” you may feel like you have. God has called us to be good stewards. Our culture has taught us to be consumers — not good stewards. Our culture teaches us to focus on our own personal development over commitment.
Read MoreThese are five of my favorite books I have read this year. They have helped me shed unhealthy thinking, draw nearer to Jesus and embrace others.
Read MoreOur burdens, emotional or otherwise may feel too heavy to carry on our own, but thankfully we don't have to. We don't have to rely on our own strength, we can lean on God's.
Read MoreThis is especially relevant during this time of isolation during COVID-19. It is more difficult to spend time with our real friends and much easier to sit around and engage with whichever platform suits us at the moment. So, we must be mindful of how the characters and personalities we are consuming influence us and assess whether we should or shouldn’t be watching them.
Read MoreTo guard our heart is to watch our words and our speech. What do you find yourself saying about your current circumstance? Are your words bringing life? Many times the way we speak is like “reverse prophecy.” It’s cancelling and swatting away what God has to say about you, your life and purpose.
Read MoreCarry these attributes with you, in your heart. Use them for others to see and teach the world that there is hope. Being there for one another, creating a connection, it can make a difference.
Read MoreI encourage you when life feels overwhelming and your anxiety is too much, just dwell. Dwell on the Lord, pray, sing, yell, do whatever you have to do to be with Him — He understands it all.
Read MoreIt’s easy to take friendship for granted until you don’t have it in your life on a regular basis. When you have to find ways to cultivate it, the way you choose to reach out is much more intentional.
Read MoreI’ve been experiencing this strange push and pull with reflection ever since. I know that I need to stop and look deeply at myself. I need to spend time with the Lord, baring my soul to Him and asking Him to unearth those things that I would rather remain hidden. Yet, I simply don’t want to.
Read MoreCovid-19 is casting a harsh light on our world. We can no longer hide in the soft, flattering light of polite platitudes and disinterested self-contentment.
Read MoreI believe we have a beautiful opportunity to look like Jesus to the world as we intercede for those near and far as we navigate through these trying times together.
Read MoreWhether things are looking good or bad, God is still SOVEREIGN. As He does what He does best, let's be in partnership with Him, and PRAY.
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