Sin can twist your strengths into stumbling blocks. In Judges 13-16, Samson was gifted with incredible strength, but he lacked the self-control to wield it wisely. His life was cut short and his legacy was irreparably damaged because he never learned to control himself. If we don't place limits on our desires, our desires will … Continue reading When Your Strength Works Against You
Jesus Never Promised an Easy Life
Following Jesus won't fix your life. Yes, following Him leads to an abundant life—but not an easy one. It requires sacrifice, commitment, and humility. None of which come naturally to us. He never promised us a life without suffering. He certainly didn't experience one Himself. But what He does give us is grace for our … Continue reading Jesus Never Promised an Easy Life
Trusting God When You Don’t Understand What He’s Doing
One of the hardest parts of following God is not knowing why He's allowing something. Even if He did explain the why, it usually doesn't make the what hurt any less. So instead of stuck trying to figure out why, ask God to help you figure out what He wants you to do next. When … Continue reading Trusting God When You Don’t Understand What He’s Doing
Don’t Believe Everything You Feel
One of the worst things you can do is follow your feelings. Our feelings are fickle and change at the drop of a hat. Low blood sugar, a weird look from someone in the hall, or a poorly worded text can change your mood in an instant. Pay attention to what they’re telling you, but … Continue reading Don’t Believe Everything You Feel
When You Feel Like Prayer Doesn’t Work
Most people think of prayer as how we get what we want from God, but that's not what prayer is actually about. Prayer is how we place what's in our hearts into His hands. Prayer is entrusting what matters most to us to the one who matters most-and knows best. It's normal to have questions … Continue reading When You Feel Like Prayer Doesn’t Work
You Fell Again. Now What?
Photo by Nik Shuliahin via Unsplash.com Is there something your kids love to do that you absolutely can’t stand? For me, one of those things is ice skating. My kids love to go ice skating, but I am not good at skating. I don’t like the cold, and I definitely don’t like ice. I don’t … Continue reading You Fell Again. Now What?
