The more you focus on what's wrong with the world, the more likely you are to become your own embittered version of it. I don’t believe God wants us to be ignorant, but too often we let negativity become an expectation, and even a mindset. In fact, according to Psychology Today, up to 70% of …
The Talk
I love how David talks to himself in his poetry. He's honest about the depression he's fighting, but he chooses to encourage himself in God. He stirs up the hope he knows is in himself by remembering all God has done in his life, and letting the expectation of seeing more of the goodness of …
Hopemoreness
Most of us have experienced hopelessness, and it seems the stories of those who’ve lost their battles with it come with more and more frequency. I’ve had my own intense fights with it over the years, and know there’s not an easy fix. But I do know this: if you’re having hopeless thoughts, please, don’t …
Peace, Be Still
The Secret of Success
"Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me . . . you prepare a feast for me in the presence of the enemy" (Psalm 23:4a, 5a). "Let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There we’ll receive his mercy, and find …
Equip Your Spirit 