I was feeling discouraged and spiritually low. As I laid in bed I told the Lord I was really missing feelings of consolation and longing to feel his loving presence. Then in church I was feeling lonely and out of place and I was questioning if I was making a difference in my life. At…
When I was a young adult, I read in the Bible, “Do not be anxious about anything”—and immediately I felt more anxious! Has that ever happened to you? I thought, What’s wrong with me? I’m a Christian, but clearly not a good Christian. I’m not supposed to be anxious — and I’m basically anxious all the…
I’m not saying the grass is greener on the other side of the fence. That’s a spirit of discontent or jealousy. That kind of move usually leads you from one brown pasture to another. Because wherever you go — there you are! Most of our problems are less about our circumstances and more about…
What do you do when you’re afraid? What helps you to face your fears and endure pain? Recently I faced fear and pain when I went through a colonoscopy without sedation or anesthesia. The nurses kept trying to talk me into letting them give me medicine. The doctor said the pain level would be close…
I believe mightily in the power of little prayers offered in Jesus’ name. They’ve changed my life — my pace of life is slower, my way of life is more peaceful and joyful, my demeanor in stress is more ready to glorify God, my ability to love others is greater. I’ve seen the same effect…
Thank you Lord that “By the word of your lips… My steps have held to your paths; my feet have not slipped” (Psalm 17:4-5). I experienced the truth of David’s words on a rainy morning earlier this week. The rain had stopped and the sun was shining so I got out my bike to do…