In God’s economy, life isn’t about our body’s ability or inability to finish well, but about our commitment to character development and the call He has for us.
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Killing the Weeds That Grow from a Wounded Soul
I know you have been there. If it helps, I am there quite often. Those moments in life when you think . . . Did that R E A L L Y just happen? Did I H O N E S T L Y hear that correctly? Do you know how hurtful that was to […]
If you choose to examine life
If you choose to examine life, to seek wisdom from spiritual directors and support from secure friends, you will cultivate a deeper faith, unshakable convictions, more balance, greater hope, tender humility, and an abundance of grace.
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If we start developing
If we start developing habits based on biblical truths rather than personal preference, revolutionary changes can happen within the Christian body.
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Getting Gutted or Gaining Freedom: The Gadget You Must Give Up
Some days, walking by faith isn’t so challenging. Other days, such as today, choosing to walk by faith is harder than trying to keep 20 preschoolers holding on to the rope on a field trip. That rope is there for a great purpose, beyond keeping teachers somewhat sane. It simplifies what could be utter chaos. […]
I’ve learned the letting go process
I’ve learned the letting go process is the path God uses to shift my earthly perspective, seeing through eyes of the soul rather than my broken ones.
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Three Significant Skills Required for a Remarkable, Successful Life
An Olympic Event—Minus the Award Ceremony! The new school year is in full swing! Shortly before school started, I stopped by Target to grab a few things. As I turned into the parking lot, I realized almost every family with school-aged children in the city—one of the fastest growing in the nation—had decided to go […]
I have learned that there is absolute
I have learned that there is absolute freedom, joy, rest, and peace in trusting the sovereign, faithful Lord.
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The Only Answer to 9/11 . . . and to Life
I had just hopped on the treadmill, my one-hour reprieve when Jon was little. Music flooded my ear buds as I picked up the pace. All was well. I glanced at the TV to see the morning news . . . typical drama. The screen was split. On one side was the news anchor, and […]
I don’t know the mind of God
I don’t know the mind of God, but I do know God cares and is working to transform our often childish faith into one of mature substance.
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Hope infuses us with joy
Hope infuses us with joy; it helps us to overlook and to undertake what we otherwise would not have.
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Hope That Will Never Let You Down
Her husband softly kissed her forehead, then let go of her hand as her hospital bed was moved into the operating room. For six hours, her family waited . . . and waited. Eventually, the surgeon emerged from the operating room and confirmed the surgery had gone very well. In the months that followed, the […]