I used to avoid this scripture, even kind of resent it, because it seemed callous to those going through painful situations. But while going through some difficult times, I realized I was looking at it from the perspective of the problem, not from the far bigger picture of his love. From inside his love, you …
God isn't nervous. About anything. He's not stressed out about what's going on in your life, and nothing you've done, or haven't done, has lessened his love for you, or his commitment to growing you into all he sees you can become. He's not even anxious about the state of the world, though he is …
More Than Enough Faith
For anyone struggling with having enough faith for what you’re going through: “It's impossible to please God apart from faith. And why? Because anyone who wants to approach God must believe both that he exists and that he cares enough to respond to those who seek him” (Hebrews 11:6, MSG). Faith is hard—impossible—if you define …
Remember the Love
It's understandable some choose unbelief, when people are capable of manipulating, abusing, enslaving, and murdering one another without remorse. But when you see men and women rush into rivers of blood and towers of fire to rescue every soul they can find, it cries out we are created in the image of a God who …
Judged to Life
Colossians 3:15 says, "Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts." This amazing verse literally means to let the peace of Jesus be the judge who decides how you'll face every circumstance. His peace stands between you and the most overwhelming moments, and declares you don't have to let fear control your heart and …
Equip Your Spirit 