Often, in my weakness, I feel like I can’t keep going on. I need renewed strength… but it can feel hard to admit that and swallow my pride to go to Jesus. I know Jesus will give all of us strength to keep persevering if we go to him and read the Bible. So we
There have been times in my life when the enemy’s lies have trumped the truth of God. This made me feel discouraged, disqualified and defeated. Yet, when I learned that I have authority in Christ and applied the authority of scripture to my life… everything changed. The lies the enemy tried to make me believe
When I am going through a trial, it’s hard to have joy. The “what ifs” and negative things I imagine happening take over my mind. But, what does the Bible say about joy? By studying his word we can experience unexplainable joy even in times of hardship… because knowing Jesus produces joy. Joy can be
When I first accepted Jesus as my Lord and Savior, I had so much joy because of what my salvation meant. But as the years went on, I sometimes found myself not focusing on my salvation daily. Some seasons were overwhelming, and I sometimes felt like I was just surviving, defeated by the enemy and
Does it ever feel difficult to find reasons to be thankful to God when you are in a season of suffering? Maybe you are dealing with a health struggle, having difficulties with raising a child, or feeling lonely or lost while seeking direction… in all of that, I know God sees you. He wants you
I can be a chronic complainer when times are hard. I can’t see anything good to come and the “what ifs” feel all-consuming. If you struggle with this too, being thankful to God is a far better way to respond when things go wrong. It shows that you trust God and that no matter what
I often struggle to know what to say when writing a card to someone. I want my words to express what’s in my heart… but that’s not always easy. However, through prayer, I can often discern what God wants me to say to them. Hearing from God for others is one of the greatest gifts
In the midst of a hard season it can sometimes feel like God is distant when you need him the most. You are desperately praying, seeking to hear his voice for direction or help, yet all you hear is silence. Often, a reminder is needed that the silence doesn’t mean he isn’t working or there.
Are you struggling to overcome being hurt by a brother or sister in Christ? No matter how much you try, you will hurt others… and they will do the same to you. It’s a hard and sad truth you have to accept. However, it’s important to learn how to respond in love like Jesus. Praying
Does it sometimes seem nearly impossible to find a relationship where you can openly and honestly express yourself without feeling judged? You don’t have to look any further when you know Jesus. He offers you this, and more. It’s usually we who choose to hold back. We hold back our true, raw emotions from him.
My goal is to help and equip Christians like you to live for Jesus by following Matthew 22:37-39: to love God and love people, and within this we need to learn how to love ourselves as God does.
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