This is a gift to you from God. It's a reminder that in Christ, you have the ability to filter out every negative thing said to you, and every negative thought you have about yourself, your relationships, and your circumstances. If there's something you can learn from God in any of it, any truth or …
First Things First
I was praying about some challenges in our lives, and felt like God asked me, "Do you remember the first thing I spoke to you?" I took some time to think back through my life, and found myself at a memory far earlier than I expected. I read at very young age, not sure exactly …
Hope Doesn’t Disappoint
Your brain wants answers, but your heart wants hope. That's why God speaks to your heart first, because hope doesn't disappoint. Hope is how love sees the world, because love anticipates experiencing the goodness of God, regardless of the situation. When your heart is at rest in God's love, then He can speak to your …
What’s in a Name?
Names are important. The rebel alliance wouldn't have been nearly as intimidated by Darth Patsy. When God gave Adam the responsibility to name all the animals, it wasn't to give him busywork because he kept asking God annoying questions. I think Adam named them according to what he saw in them, in their nature. When …
Stop Trying to Fix Yourself
What do Moses, Elijah, David, Solomon, and Paul have in common? Besides having powerful experiences in God's presence, they all went through times of depression. Know that you're not alone, even if it feels that way. There are different sources for depression—some spiritual and emotional, some chemical and genetic, some environmental and experiential. This may …
Equip Your Spirit 