We all need a reliable game plan for facing extreme circumstances. we can easily become intimidated, even fearful, and eventually immobile when facing such obstacles. The only way to move beyond that sort of paralyzing stalemate is to learn to accept and trust...
When our impatience seeks to interfere with God’s plans, we must trust God’s plan, wait on His timing, and act on His command. The more familiar we are with the Scriptures—knowing the great story, promises, and truths found within them—the more we will understand His...
Putting on something new requires an adjustment, but over time we grow into it, and it suits us better. In Romans 13, the apostle Paul instructed Christ followers to “put on the armor of light” (v. 12) and practice right living. They had already believed in Jesus, but...
Joy is always a wonderful gift. Proverbs describes how a city, a people, can experience joy that goes even deeper and lasts far longer. “When the righteous prosper,” Proverbs says, “the city rejoices” (11:10). When those who truly live by God’s designs for humanity...
According to research, people who are intentionally grateful for what they have report better sleep, fewer symptoms of illness, and more happiness. “Give thanks to the Lord,” the psalm repeats, for these are all signs of God’s “unfailing love”. Why not write down five...
Nothing in Joseph’s life came as a surprise to God, and Joseph never let it get the best of him.Though he didn’t have the Bible, he did have the promise of a God-given dream, and we have the promise of Scripture, that God is going to work out EVERY seeming setback for...
