There are two times in the Gospels where it says Jesus was amazed. Once was at the unbelief of His hometown, and the other was at the faith of the centurion (Mark 6:1–6; Luke 7:9). What captures Jesus’ attention most isn’t what we do for Him, but our trust in Him. Jesus isn’t amazed by … Continue reading What Amazes Jesus
When God Says No
Our true faith shows up not just when we say “yes” to God, but in how we respond when He says “no” to us. When God says no or not yet, it isn’t because He’s withholding something good from you—it’s because He’s protecting you from something that isn’t good for you. He’s not holding out … Continue reading When God Says No
How to Have More of God’s Strength In Your Life
As believers, Scripture tells us that “the joy of the Lord is your strength.” So how do we receive that joy?By stepping into His presence. Prayer, worship, Scripture, silence, and solitude—all of these open our hearts to the God who delights to meet us, renew us, and strengthen us. If you want more of God’s … Continue reading How to Have More of God’s Strength In Your Life
On Standing Our
People who stand out in life don’t do so because they fit in—they stand out precisely because they don’t. The ones who do it well aren’t trying to draw attention to themselves; they’re trying to draw attention to what matters. When you live that way, standing out becomes a way to bring goodness into the … Continue reading On Standing Our
Why Exploring Your Interests Isn’t Selfish
One of the best things you can do as a writer—and as a human being—is explore and write about what genuinely interests you. Not what other people think is interesting.Not what you feel you should find interesting.But what you actually find interesting. Exploring your interests isn’t selfish; it’s self-discovery. They often reveal how God wired … Continue reading Why Exploring Your Interests Isn’t Selfish
What is Success in God’s Kingdom?
God doesn’t call you to be successful—He calls you to be steadfast. Steadfastness isn’t blind striving; it’s following Jesus even when results are slow. You can pivot from your plans, but never from His precepts. Being steadfast doesn’t lead to success in God's kingdom—it is success.
Jeff McClung 