You can’t live at the pace of culture and expect the peace of Christ. Peace isn’t the absence of problems—it’s resting in God's promises. When you place your worries in His hands, you make room for His peace in your heart.
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 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
God Doesn’t Owe Us Anything
Sometimes we slip into thinking that if we obey God, He somehow owes us for our obedience. But God doesn’t owe us anything—we owe Him everything. Obedience isn’t a way to impress Him or earn His blessings. It’s our grateful response to the grace He’s already given…and the pathway that leads us into the life … Continue reading God Doesn’t Owe Us Anything
When God Seems Silent
God is always speaking, but we’re often too distracted to listen. We look for Him in the spectacular, but He often speaks the most through the quiet moments in His Word, with His People, and the gentle impressions that settle into our soul. Be grateful for the mountaintops.Seek Him in the valleys.Don't overlook Him in … Continue reading When God Seems Silent