"Trust is earned." I understand why you think that. You've been wounded, abused, rejected, and betrayed. You're determined to protect yourself. You're not going to put your heart in someone else's hands. Never again. I'm so sorry you've gone through that, and I'd never tell you to go back and put yourself at the mercy …
Outstorming the Storm
"Then He arose and rebuked the wind, and said to the sea, "Peace, be still!" And the wind ceased and there was a great calm. He said to them, 'Why are you so fearful? How is it you have no faith?'" (Mark 4:39 & 40). There are monster storms out there that want to devour …
Make Blessing Count
Counting your blessings isn't a cute thing your Grandma says. It's the front gate to living in peace, growing in joy, and loving people, even when they don't love you back. If you don't celebrate your blessings, you'll stress over everything that's not. You'll keep a record of what you've done for others, versus how …
Timescape
I could hear the little finch, but couldn't see him clearly. He was jumping around near the top of the tree, and I was getting frustrated trying to get him in frame. Then I felt God's presence. He told me to enjoy the moment, instead of being obsessed with trying to capture it. I'm skilled …
Your Origin Story
Managing your life successfully isn't about controlling the people around you, the circumstances facing you, or the feelings in you. That's Batman. He's always been one of my favorites, which probably says something about my own thinking for much of my life. But let's face it—Batman's messed up. He is the epitome of control and …
Equip Your Spirit 