When we say we’re taking the “high road” in a disagreement, it usually means we think the other person is a (insert preferred modifier here) moron, but we’re just not going to say it. The high road isn't a morally superior position. It’s not the place you can justify your judgments, and comment on social …
Self-Talk Maintenance
When you recognize how often you’re calling yourself “stupid,” or not letting yourself speak joyfully and confidently to protect yourself from disappointment, or thinking of your life only in terms of what’s been lost, or could be, then reset your self-talk with words that affirm your identity. It’s best to write your own, but you’re …
Daily Declaration
The angel asked me, “Do you realize what this is?” “No . . . I don’t understand it.” “It means God, the Lord of Angel of Armies, is saying to you: ‘The great mission I have given you cannot be done with physical strength or calculated wealth. It can only be accomplished with my Spirit. …
The Peace Behind Home Plate
"Let the peace of God rule in your heart" (Col. 3:15a). I’ve written about this verse before, partly because it’s one of my favorites, and also because I keep needing to remind myself. The word "rule" in this verse doesn't mean control. The best translation is probably “umpire.” There’s a lot in this world that …
Choose Your News
"Sennacherib sent this message to Hezekiah: 'Don’t let your God, in whom you trust, deceive you with promises you will not be in my hand. You know we have completely destroyed everyone who stood in our way—why should you be any different? Have the gods of other nations rescued them?' " (2 Kings 19:10–12, paraphrased). …
Equip Your Spirit 