If this day gets difficult (and even if it doesn’t), take a deep breath. Take one or two more. Focus on the good things in your life, and thank God for them until the anxious thoughts lose their power. Now listen for his voice. He’s right there with you, wanting to tell you how much …
Just a Thought
Just a late-night thought: God doesn’t want you to fixate on your failures. He wants you to focus on living in his righteousness. And he doesn’t want you to obsess over anyone else's failures, either. He wants you to overflow the goodness, grace, and love that’s missing from their lives. “The kingdom of God isn’t …
Choose this Day
Every day is an opportunity to be stressed or peaceful, bitter or forgiving, judgmental or gracious, fearful or bold, self-absorbed or Spirit-led. Be conscious that it’s a choice—don't let circumstances, the past, or others define who you are, or limit what you can do. Even just a few moments in God's presence can completely transform …
Agreeing with Truth
If the truth sets you free, then lies hold you captive. What lie have you been agreeing with that's been holding you back from becoming all God sees you as? Don't quit. Don't give in to whatever has been lying to you. Your feelings and circumstances are real, but they don't get to define your …
All You Need
When you pray for peace, God invites you to develop a mindset of rest by focusing on his presence, regardless of what you're facing. “You enable me to rest in green meadows, and lead me to streams of peace . . . Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, …
