Check the adviser before you take the advice. Do they live with integrity? Are they taking their own counsel—and is it bearing good fruit in their life? Don’t just hear their talk. Watch their walk.
The Truth About Believe and Receive
Just because you believe doesn’t mean you’ll always receive. That’s hard to accept—especially when you’re praying for something good. But God, in His love, won’t give you anything outside His will. Faith isn’t about getting God to follow your plan. It’s about trusting Him to keep His Word—and do what is best. Real faith shows … Continue reading The Truth About Believe and Receive
Joy vs. Happiness
There’s a big difference between happiness and joy. Happiness is how we feel on the inside when life is going well on the outside. Joy, on the other hand, is a settled confidence on the inside—regardless of what’s happening around us—because of who God is, what He's done, and what He will do. Joy isn’t … Continue reading Joy vs. Happiness
The Problem with Church Hopping
If you keep hopping from church to church looking for the “right one,” the problem may not be the churches—but how you view church. We live in a consumer culture that wants churches to meet all our preferences. But church isn’t about checking boxes—it’s about abiding in Jesus with imperfect people. Church can be uncomfortable … Continue reading The Problem with Church Hopping
When the Other Person Doesn’t See Your Worth
If you have to convince someone to be in a relationship with you, you shouldn’t be in that relationship. You’re not applying for a job. You don’t need to prove your worth to family, “friends,” or someone you’re dating. Don’t waste your time on people who see you as a waste of theirs. Don’t settle … Continue reading When the Other Person Doesn’t See Your Worth
The Loneliness of Mental Illness
One of the hardest parts of living with a mental illness is how fear or depression can hit without warning. The loneliness and helplessness that come with it can feel overwhelming. That’s why it’s so important to have people around you who can see what you can’t in those moments. You may not understand what’s … Continue reading The Loneliness of Mental Illness
Jeff McClung 