Depression is Real but it Really Gets Better
I remember wanting to die from depression. This was a distinctly different feeling than wanting to kill myself. But I knew I didn’t want to live like this.
God's Divine Intervention and Healing
When we find ourselves hopeless in our sin, doomed for eternal suffering, God freely gives us his gift of healing grace through his son Jesus. What joy!
Being Renewed In Jesus Christ is Enough
Jesus Christ is enough. Spending time with Him, through praise and worship, reading the Bible, prayer and listening leads to being renewed.
What Does Your Passion Say About You?
Being a person of passion can lead you to both good and bad things. But being passionate about God will lead you to discovering your purpose in life.
Why Being Like a Mountain Goat For God Matters
Be like a mountain goat for God? Sounds strange when you read it, right? Let me explain what this means and why it matters so much.
Too Many Turkeys Will Spoil Your Shot
Too many turkeys, too much calling for our attention, keep us from being effective in our calling. God's Word re-focuses our sights where they need to be.
When Is It Okay To Leave My Church?
When is it ok to leave my church is a difficult question people have to ask themselves. It's a tough one, but I've learned a few things from it personally.
How to Experience God Beyond Your Quiet Time: God's Presence
We all want to experience God beyond our quiet times. Here are some recommendations on how to achieve this by practicing God's presence.
Trusting and Pursuing God is Like Walking The Labyrinth
The process of walking through a labyrinth can quiet the mind. It can connect us to the depths of our being so we can remember who we are.
You Have a Choice; What Are You Going to Do?
It's becoming more important than ever to understand that you have a choice. A choice to step up and do the right thing for yourself, and other people.
Have You Been Paralyzed by Fear in Your Life? [It's Time to Overcome]
Many of us allow life to trap us in a place of bondage. We become paralyzed by fear in our lives. As Christian's, we need to overcome fear - Here's how.
Life Summarized in One Blog Post: Live, Love, and Learn
When we were young, our perspective on life was far different. Over time we learn concepts such as live, love and learn. As we grow we have experiences.
How the Weak and Foolish Win (What to Do When You Feel Underestimated)
You need not fear looking weak and foolish if you're about God's will. He uses the weak things and foolish things to confound the strong and wise.
The Battle is Typically In Between Our Ears
The battle within our minds dicates most things. We learn the turth when we all God replace what we have learned on this earth with His truth.
How to Escape Tickle Sticks and Other Temptations
Like the tickle stick which distracts lobsters from the net behind them, temptations can steal our focus from where it should be.
Our Adoption Story is Beautiful but Far from Perfect
Everyone wants a perfect adoption story. You know, the kind you watch on Facebook and YouTube. Our adoption story is real and beautiful, but not perfect.
Competition: Life Lessons from an iOS Game
This life can feel like a racing competion. A game not focused on racing, but focused on developing us as people with high character.
Lack of Career Accolades Don’t Make Us Failures
Accodlades can make us feel good. Whether it's in school, at work, or anywhere else, feeling good for a job well done is a good feeling. Failure is not.
Choosing Faith Over Fear
Choosing faith over fear is a decision every Christian must make. The world says to choose fear, but God says to choose faith. Here’s how you make God’s choice.