Knowing God is in control and that he loves us should lead us to look for his loving hand even in our suffering. If you are facing difficulty right now, as a Christian, you may not fully understand what God is doing, but during it, you can look for the work of grace in your … Continue reading Seeing God’s Hand in Hardship
Just because we are free to do something in the Christian life does not mean we should. There are limits to Christian freedom, but how do we know what those limits are? Paul is quite clear in 1 Corinthians: anything not deemed sinful by the Word of God is permissible. He says, “All things are … Continue reading 3 Limits to Christian Liberty
What is the message I bring to you today? It is this. I think I am safe from the possibility of misunderstanding when I say we supremely need a little more sitting still, a little more silence, a little more time of listening to the voice of Jesus. I am speaking as much to my … Continue reading The Danger of a Restless Faith
I recently had the privilege of joining the Kurt and Kate Morning Show on Moody Radio, Florida, where we delved into two distinct topics regarding the Christian experience. The first discussion centered around the Lord providing us with strength during challenging times. We explored the article "Walking in God's Strength" and shared personal experiences and … Continue reading Exploring the Christian Experience
I recently celebrated my fiftieth birthday. I have had four other birthdays that ended in zero, but this one feels more significant—half a century. So much time has passed, and so much has changed, yet in all of that time and change, some things have remained the same. For fifty years, I have had wonderful … Continue reading Fifty Years of Grace
We look to Christ’s life for our salvation and righteousness, but do we also look to His story to define our own? Or do we think Christ merely gets us into heaven, yet it’s our job to ensure our lives are up to par? While we know only He can save us, we often think … Continue reading 3 Responses to Falling Short
Many people think they have peace with God. Instead, their inner peace flows from a deceptive heart. There is a peace that passes all understanding, and it is one of the most blessed aspects of the Christian life. The foundation of this peace is the cross of Jesus, where our sins find forgiveness, and the … Continue reading 5 Signs Our Inner Peace Might Be a Deceptive Calm
I am having one of those days—one of those days when my mind is cloudy, and I desire to meditate on God’s Word but cannot seem to focus. I need to be productive. I need to write a blog post, but my heart and mind do not seem to have what it takes. I have … Continue reading The Antidote to a Sluggish Soul
Reflect on the unimaginable weight of God's anger! When we speak of God's anger, it's essential to understand that it's not driven by human-like emotions but rather expressed through His righteous actions against those who provoke His displeasure. Consider God's wrath as it is evident in the world today. The world itself bears the marks … Continue reading Expressions of God’s Anger
How do we live with discouragement? When people look at you, they see courage, but you know it is nothing but a stiff upper lip. The last thing you want to do is burden your loved ones more than necessary, so you keep your disappointment as hidden as possible. The problem is that every setback … Continue reading Discouragement is not Always our Enemy
The Fight of Faith 