Sometimes life feels like Mission Impossible. The tasks ahead of us seem so monumental. We feel burdened by work, finances, social obligations, family, poor choices, and an endless number of other things that keep us from reaching the finish line. There is always something to worry about. We feel we simply don’t have the resources, … Read more
We’ve all been hurt at some time by someone we love, someone we trusted. Those negative words and actions against us can be easy to hold on to. The problem is, if you hang on to them, there’s less space for the good memories. Rehashing the negative serves no good purpose. It just keeps you … Read more
I recently read Max Lucado’s book Fearless (review forthcoming). In it, he discusses that one of the main messages Jesus gave us was “Do not be afraid.” Several times, his disciples are tested and, humans that they are, they give in to fear. Jesus asks them why they are afraid when he is with them. … Read more
Here’s a secret. You’re not perfect. You sin, repent, and sin again. But God loves you anyway. He’s constantly working on you and in you. When you stumble or fall, and you will, cut yourself some slack. Pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and know that any scrapes or bruises you’ve received are there because … Read more
When you’re wondering what God’s plan is for your life, listen carefully. We’re always looking for that definitive answer we can point to and say “That’s His plan for me!” But sometimes His guidance can be as subtle as a butterfly flittering by on the breeze. Keep your eyes and ears open. Look for that … Read more
Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you. – 1 Peter 5:6-7