Following God’s lead.
There seems to be a lot of anger in the world. Anger, like most emotions, can be contagious and spread quickly. If you’re not careful, it can creep into your heart before you even notice. As followers of Christ, we are expected not to match the negativity of the world. …
We often show grace to others, but we tend to be hard on ourselves. We can become disappointed and frustrated with ourselves when we make mistakes. God looks at you with love and patience, and he’s quick to forgive. Jesus already knows your weaknesses, mistakes, and your doubts. Yet he …
Trusting what we can see is easy. We can see the paycheck, the doctor’s report, and our current circumstances. Faith requires us to look beyond what we can see. Believing that God is working even when we can’t see the results is an example of living by faith. Choosing to …
Loving one another is a daily choice. To love each other the way God loves us is an unconditional love. None of us deserves the love God shows us, but he loves us no matter what we’ve done. This is the way we are to love each other. Love never …
Unexpected storms happen in life causing uncertainty, fear, and exhaustion. Sometimes we wonder how we’ll be able to get through them. During these seasons, trusting that God is present with us and believing he will help us is important. When you feel overwhelmed, pray for God to strengthen you. God’s …
No matter what decision needs to be made, praying before acting is wise. Allow God to give you guidance so you’re making the best decision for yourself and others. You may think you know what’s best, but you don’t have all the information like God does. When we pray before …
Now is the time to do the things you’ve been putting off doing related to nurturing relationships. Reach out to people you haven’t spoken to in a long while. Forgive those who have wronged you. Apologize for any wrongs you’ve done to others. Make amends and restore broken relationships. Then …
Faith isn’t always displayed in grand situations, like speaking to crowds. Most of the time, faith shows up in simple moments when you decide to trust God. Choosing to speak the truth with kindness and choosing not to blend in, even when it would be more convenient to do so, …
The new year usually brings self-reflection and re-evaluation. It’s a great time to set goals and make necessary changes in our lives. One important thing to consider is the difference between religion and relationship. It’s important to know God personally and on an intimate level. You should ask yourself if …
This year is almost over. Take a moment and think about all the things God has done for you throughout this year. He protected you, gave you comfort, guided you, forgave you, and all the other things that come to mind that are specific to you. Thank him for all …
