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Your Future Is Bright
Some folks find it easier to explain the stages of life through experience rather than the textbook version that takes us from infancy to adulthood. The twenties? That’s the testing ground. This is the season of wild risks and questionable decisions. We haven’t quite figured out exactly who we are and what we want yet,…
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God Is Compassionate
Luke 6:36 (NLT) “You must be compassionate, just as your Father is compassionate.” When it comes to understanding God’s nature, one of the most beautiful and comforting aspects is His compassion. I’ve had conversations with friends and fellow believers who struggle with misconceptions about God. They often don’t see Him this way, but instead view…
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The Enemy Thought He Had Me
From the very beginning, the enemy thought he had won when he tricked Eve into eating the forbidden fruit—the very act God had warned Adam not to do. What the enemy didn’t realize is that even in that moment when it seemed like Adam was defeated, God already had a plan in place. God’s plan…
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Don’t Let Age Slow Your Momentum
I’ve always been a careful observer, and I notice certain patterns. I’m interested in learning from mistakes, mine and those of others as well. Minimizing mishaps and missteps is my continual goal, so that my momentum on this Christian journey isn’t impeded and I don’t waste time needlessly. Even as I teenager, I had a…
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A Youthful Spirit and Mature Spirituality
Wonderful sisters in Christ of a certain age need to be confident in the goodness, power, and faithfulness of our God. More and more, it seems we’re allowing this confidence to slip further away from our grasp. Oh, we hide it well. Most of us are used to hearing and saying, “God is good all…