We would all love to be resilient and fruitful. And yet many of us go through seasons where we can’t immediately spot the fruit in our own lives. If this sounds familiar to you, take heart…
God’s Rest for Caregivers
Caregiving—while a tremendous ministry and honor—can deplete us. After all, it’s no small thing to carry the burdens of others.
When Rest Gets Interrupted
In our busy and ever-connected world, rest is desperately needed… but it’s oh so easily stolen by interruptions.
When People Disappoint Us
No one is faithful anymore. People are violent and skilled in doing evil. Rulers and judges use their power to better themselves—not the people. Neighbors, friends—and even lovers—can’t be trusted with what’s important. Even family members dishonor and turn on one other. You may have thought I was describing people in our 21st century world, but […]
How to Trade Guilt for Joy
I remember it like it was yesterday: My heart raced. My eyes shifted downward. And I sputtered out an excuse that sounded lame even to my ears. My mom had just caught me doing something I wasn’t allowed to do—and I knew I was in the wrong. Did you ever have a moment like this as a kid? It’s […]
Why faith in God’s promises isn’t risky
Blessed is she who has believed that the Lord would fulfill His promises to her! Luke 1:45 (NIV) In the 1st chapter of Luke, two people are visited by angels with miraculous news. An angel told Zechariah that he and his elderly wife were going to have a child after years of infertility. And then a […]