God may lead you on paths that look like they make no sense—they may seem longer, lonelier, and go off in strange directions. But, when you look back, you can see how wise his way was, and how good he is. Because even if you’re not where you expected, you’re where you’re supposed to be, …
Living Tankfully
"Do not make yourself stressed, anxious, or sad, for the joy of the Lord is your strength, your refuge, your tank” (Nehemiah 8:10). Ok, so your Bible translation probably doesn't say "tank", but that’s the implication—God’s joy is your mobile fortress, an impenetrable armor around your mind and heart. We can look at our circumstances, …
Fix Your Thoughts
“If you hear a voice within you say, 'you cannot paint,' then by all means paint, and that voice will be silenced." –Vincent Van Gogh Spending more time with God focusing on what’s good, rather than constantly protecting yourself from what’s not, isn’t ignorance or passivity. It’s strengthening your heart before dealing with difficult circumstances. …
Come to Me
God has never told me, ”I agree it's all the other person's fault, and your resentment is justified.” But he’s also never said to me, "It's all your fault, and all your consequences. Deal with it." What he has said to me is, "Come to me, you who are so wearied and burdened down, and …
Midnight Light
“Around midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the other prisoners were listening. Suddenly, there was a massive earthquake, and the prison was shaken to its foundations. All the doors immediately flew open, and the chains of every prisoner fell off!” (Acts 16:25-26, NLT). A moment of uncertainty, despair, or …
Equip Your Spirit 