The Holy Spirit comes upon us to accomplish His purposes, not ours. He’s not a power to use but a Person to follow. And when we let Him lead, He meets every need. Before you open the door to the world, open your heart to His Word.
Grief and Gratitude During the Holidays
The holidays are a mixture of gratitude and grief. We are grateful for the people we love, the blessings in our lives, and the good work we get to do. We also grieve those we've lost, the dreams that are not yet, and the burdens we continue to carry. Give yourself space to grieve what … Continue reading Grief and Gratitude During the Holidays
What to Remember About Grief
Everyone is carrying some kind of grief-often in places you can't see. Grief is not weakness. It is evidence that you love deeply. Even Jesus, who balances perfect love and strength, wept at a tomb. If you're grieving today, you've got a savior who understands. Grief is not something we "get over," but with God's … Continue reading What to Remember About Grief
What Real Friends Do
Clarity is kindness. Sometimes we beat around the bush—not to protect others, but to protect ourselves. But people can’t grow if we don’t speak the truth. Real friends don’t run from reality—they tell the truth with tenderness. They don’t just drop it at someone's feet—they lend a hand.
When What Worked Then Isn’t Working Now
“Because we’ve always done it this way” isn’t a good enough reason to keep doing it that way. The people who started it were figuring things out as they went. What worked then might be creating problems now. The best way to honor the past? Make sure what matters most has a future.
One Overlooked Tip For When You’ve Fallen Out of Love
When you feel disconnected from your spouse, go back to the things you did when you felt close. When life gets busy, we often set those things aside because we think we don’t have the time. But those simple moments of fun, affection, and attention are often the very things that remind us why we … Continue reading One Overlooked Tip For When You’ve Fallen Out of Love
Jeff McClung 