Perceiving God’s Presence: How Thankfulness Produces Powerful Intimacy
“Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow of turning.” James 1:17 God’s presence is not governed by our perception. He is always near, always at work—whether we sense Him vividly or feel nothing at all. Our […]
Do You Know How to Captivate the Heart of God?
“He delivered me from my strong enemy, from those who hated me, For they were too strong for me. They confronted me in the day of my calamity, But the Lord was my support. He also brought me out into a broad place; He delivered me because He delighted in me.” Psalms 18:17-19 This staggering […]
Fearfully and Wonderfully Made: God’s Unique Design in Every Life
“For You formed my inward parts; You covered me in my mother’s womb. I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; marvelous are Your works, and that my soul knows very well.” Psalm 139:13-14 In an almost unbelievable story, Ashley Paulson set a new women’s world record for the 100-mile ultramarathon at […]
Is Our Worry a Disguise for Our Control?
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7 Worry is repeating a future where God does not show up. […]
The Fragile Religion Of Legalism
“Though I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I have become sounding brass or a clanging cymbal. And though I have the gift of prophecy, and understand all mysteries and all knowledge, and though I have all faith, so that I could remove mountains, but have not love, […]
Angels Among Us: We Are Not Alone
Jesus gave born again believers one of the most comforting promises: “For He Himself has said, ‘I will never leave you nor forsake you.’” Hebrews 13:5 Thus, our security does not depend on our circumstances. It rests on the unwavering presence of Christ Himself. Not only is He always present, but His angels are also […]
Who Did God Make Hell For?
“Then He will also say to those on the left hand, ‘Depart from Me, you cursed, into the everlasting fire prepared for the devil and his angels.’” ~Jesus Matthew 25:41 Jesus made this statement, which infers that hell was originally created as a place of judgment specifically for the devil and the angels who rebelled […]
Embracing Trials: Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable
“My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing.” James 1:2-4 A recent Runner’s World article titled “The Boring, Brutal Truth: You Have to Run Faster to […]
You Are Not Alone: How God Enters Your Storm
In the Garden, Adam and Eve made a choice that is still profoundly affecting every human today. They exchanged God’s presence for their own way. Their sin was the first human declaration of independence from God. And—we’ve all followed…for the Bible is clear that “all have sinned” and that “sin causes death.” Death is the […]
Designed For Love
Deep in our core, we long for love. When those hopes are crushed—through betrayal, rejection, or heartbreak—the pain can feel devastating. Statistics show that millions struggle with anxiety and depression, often triggered by failed relationships. In fact, studies show that heartbreak activates the same neurological pathways as physical pain. Most of us have been there—sobbing […]