Sometimes, fighting my own thoughts feels like climbing a mountain. There are slippery slopes, jagged, painful edges, and dangerous cliffs. Being out of my comfort zone can bring on thoughts that are not based on truth and, hence, a mountain climbing expedition! I recently found myself outside of my comfort zone and started questioning my […]
What if those who are sinking could remember this one thing as they go? That there is a blessing at the bottom. “…or that in this deep whereinto they are descending, there lies a delivering mercy couching to catch them, and to save them from sinking forever, this would be relief unto them, and help them […]
“As far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us.” Psalm 107:3 Even though I know God’s truths and may have recently been refreshed by them, a feeling can descend upon me that is as if I am far from God. Whether it be sin, pitiable life […]
He was imprisoned over three hundred years ago for preaching God’s Word. He knew what it was like to want to escape the snares of sin, wrong thinking, trials, and tribulations. At the age of 16, he lost his mother and sister. As a young man, he confessed to being, “the very ringleader of all […]
What is it about the gospel of grace that can make me endure better? Is anyone else out there challenged in their endurance levels? Physically I can go…push myself to get it done. But I’m talking about how I respond to challenging emotional situations. These days that mostly plays out in how I respond to disappointment throughout the day. […]
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We weave thick vines in and out of and around our circular, amateur base to create a decorative ball. Soon, solar lights will be added to make it a visible yard ornament for the dark fall and winter nights that stretch ahead of us. It seems to be an illustration of our friendship. By now, […]
Do you ever feel ashamed or disappointed that you have lacked faith or confidence in God…or even doubted Him? Our doubts, lack of trust, or weak faith may tempt us to think our faith isn’t strong enough. Let’s look at some scripture passages that might encourage us – even if our faith feels small today. […]