It would be so easy to type out some sort encouragement saying that my faith has always outweighed by fears. But, that would be a lie, because there have been days, weeks, and probably even months at a time where I had little to no belief in the unseen future of my life.
Read MoreShould be comfortable in our pain? Is it wrong to have moments, or even seasons, of anger, grief, or desperation even if it does have a purpose?
Read MoreIt’s a hard lesson to learn that being a believer doesn’t exempt us from experiencing deep pain and difficult problems. Even harder to grasp is the lesson that faithful Christians who serve and love God with all their beings are strategic targets of some of the worst trials and circumstances.
Read MoreQuality, intimate, distraction-less time with God is self care.
Read MoreIf left unchecked, anger will inevitably usher in depression, anxiety, isolation, hopelessness, and, if the enemy is successful, the destruction of our faith in God.
Read More…even with a chronic illness and during our “inoperable” time, we can still be productive and used by God. You may not have conversations that bring hundreds to believe the Gospel (but let’s not discount His ability to do so), but if this time is wisely spent building yourself up (not just spiritually, but also intellectually, emotionally, and physically), you’re still doing Kingdom work.
Read MoreWe have to be intentional about not allowing fear to settle in our minds and hearts.
Read MoreGod is our Creator and Father. He knows us better than we know ourselves- the good, the bad, and the ugly. He knows that because we are human, we fall victim to doubt and unbelief.
Read MoreWe get so stuck on “they don’t understand” that we forget He understands.
Read MoreWhile we are struggling to strategize and prepare, He’s already gone in front of us and won the fight.
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