Many Christians are stunted in their spiritual growth because they don’t understand or express their deep emotions and desires. As pastors, ministry leaders, caregivers, or parents we may get so busy or so focused on other people that we become disconnected from our own emotions and needs. But being self-aware is crucial to our abilities…
“Do not worry… Do not worry… Do not worry…” The Psalmist repeats his counsel three times in Psalm 37. (vv 1, 7, 8) Just like Jesus did in Matthew 6. (vv 25, 31, 34) “Do not worry.” This is not the empty reassurance of “Don’t worry. Be happy!” The Bible never advises denial of emotion. The…
The psalms tell us to enter into his gates with thanksgiving and praise. However, sometimes it’s not always easy to give thanks. Especially if we are going through tragedies, trials, and conflict. Join Bill and Kristi as they share on how we can find the goodness of the Lord in the midst of life’s challenges and unwanted circumstances.
People get angry in different ways. You may raise your voice. Or react with harsh words. Or gossip negatively about someone. Or carry resentment. Or stonewall someone who has offended you. Or get depressed. Or you can follow the example of the Psalmist and offer an angry prayer. The Psalmist shows us how to deal…
We can live in the fullness of life in the presence of the risen Christ today — that’s the invitation of the Shepherd Psalm. But it begins with an audacious claim: “The Lord is my shepherd, he gives me life without lack.” Life without lack? You might question that. My life is full of lack…
Sit back, relax, and join Bill & Kristin in a prayer meditation on Psalm 23 taken from Dallas Willard’s meditation in his book Life Without Lack.
This meditation and prayer from Psalm 116 will help you offer your stress or hurt to the Lord. Your soul will be at rest once more.
We all have times we don’t feel thankful. Maybe we’re depleted, detached, despairing. Maybe God feels far away. What do you do then? A pastor friend of mine is one of the wisest, most compassionate, and successful leaders I know. He has a large church of people who are so thankful for him, how he…
Jesus, the Good Shepherd, wants to find and befriend your lost emotions. You probably know Jesus’ parable about the shepherd leaving the ninety-nine sheep to find the one that’s lost. (Luke 15:1-7). But have you ever put yourself in that story? Not only before you trusted in Christ for salvation, but also in your life…
Often we are afraid to hope and be disappointed. But without hope we have nothing! All good things come from hope. Hope is the anticipation of God doing something good for you. The Bible says hope is the spring for faith and love (Colossians 1:5). Also, “Hope is an anchor for your soul” (Hebrews 6:19).…