Sometimes, the real problem is overestimating the power of the enemy, and underestimating the goodness of God. “Don’t let your hearts be troubled and afraid. I know that may seem impossible, but I’m empowering you with a gift to help make every good thing possible—my peace. Not the fragile, conditional peace the world uses, but …
One God Thought
“Don’t submit to the mindsets or imitate the character of this world, but rather let God transform how you think. With a renewed mind, you can know God’s will for you, and live in agreement with every good, satisfying, and life-completing word” (Romans 12:2, paraphrased). Renewing your mind with God doesn’t make you immune from …
A Reading from First Corinthians.
Faith, hope, and love aren’t religious platitudes to make wedding ceremonies sound nice. They’re who you are in Jesus every day, and what you get to bring into every relationship and situation in your life. Faith is your confidence today, because of his faithfulness to you through all the others. Hope is your strength through …
Stronger
David said, "When I fought against the lion and the bear, the Lord delivered me from both of them. I know he will deliver me from the hand of this Goliath" (1 Sam. 17:37a, paraphrased). Your lion and bear days haven't been easy. They've been painful, draining, and frustrating, more than anyone knows. But they …
Surrendering to Victory
You gain strength physically, emotionally, and spiritually by exercising your body, renewing your mind, and living your faith. But when I’ve felt so physically drained, emotionally overwhelmed, and spiritually numb that I could barely stand, I’ve never found more strength in trying harder, but in surrendering what was left of it. “I promise you, my …
Equip Your Spirit 