“You keep in perfect peace all whose hearts trust in you, all whose minds rest in your presence” (Isaiah 26:3). Let this verse sink in. You don’t keep your peace by striving or performing for it, or by figuring out everything else in your life first. God is the one who keeps you in peace, …
Joy Breaks Chaos
"Count it all joy when you are surrounded by circumstances that test your heart" (James 1:2). This isn't a "fake it 'til you make it" verse. There isn't one. "Count it all joy" means you're empowered by Jesus to live in joy despite difficult circumstances. The enemy would much rather you let him help you …
Hokey is Good
Life doesn’t have enough days to waste them on apologizing for who God says you are, especially when there are already too many days the enemy tries to crush, warp, and drain the identity out of you. On those days you need to remind yourself: Whenever you feel powerless, there’s a temptation to submit your …
You Don’t Have to Carry Hate
Experiences with pain, rejection, and fear can tempt you to hate those who have wronged you. But hating anyone, including yourself, is agreeing with the enemy's manic obsession for people to be separated from God, forgetting his love for them, and their identity in him. The enemy of your soul loves when you agree with …
Rejoicing into Freedom
“We can rejoice when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance. And endurance develops strength of character, and character strengthens our confident hope of salvation. And this hope will not lead to disappointment. For we know how dearly God loves us, because he has given us the …
Equip Your Spirit 