Category: Faith

Many of us say we want God’s will, but what we really mean is: “God, please bless my plan.” The moment we stop insisting on our way—and stop scripting God’s answers—we make room for His grace, His presence, and His work in us. Lasting change doesn’t come through forging our own way. It comes through … Continue reading When We Stop Scripting God’s Answers

Most joyful people I know aren’t that way because their life has been easy or they had a gene the rest of us don’t. They found joy because they learned to hold on to what was good in their life. They didn’t pretend the bad wasn’t bad. Rather, they chose to embrace what was good … Continue reading What Most People Get Wrong About Joy

The miracles we need rarely come packaged the way we want. In John 4:46–54, a royal official begs Jesus to heal his dying son, but Jesus doesn’t go with him. Instead, He simply says, “Go. Your son will live.” Despite his disappointment, the man trusted Jesus and his son was healed. Faith is trusting God’s … Continue reading Trusting God’s Word When Your Can’t See His Work

Your value isn’t determined by what people see in you, but by what God has placed in you. Not everyone will get you or recognize you—and that’s okay. Don’t let that stop you from doing what He’s called you to do. You won’t be seen by everyone by you’re always seen by the Eternal One.

"You keep track of all my sorrows. You have collected all my tears in your bottle. You have recorded each one in your book." - Psalm 56:8 (NLT) Every tear you’ve cried, every hurt, every disappointment—it matters to Him. Nothing you’re going through is too small or too heavy for God to notice. God cares … Continue reading Your Lost Is Not Lost On God

Have you ever had someone give you a look, say something a certain way, or not respond to a message—and you couldn't stop wondering if they were upset with you? A couple of weeks ago, my wife and I were having some conversations with some other couples. We were asked if we could be a … Continue reading When You Feel Like God is Mad or Disappointed In You