Approximately three seconds after hitting “add to cart,” I realized something that startled me. I didn’t actually want the item I was in the process of purchasing. What I wanted was the dream of what life could be like if I had it. “I would be cooler,” I thought, “and happier.” I could envision it! I […]
The Joy of Having High Expectations of God
When we have low-expectations of God we aren’t protecting ourselves from disappointment. We are robbing ourselves of the joy, peace and hope God wants to give us.
The Joy of Being Delighted in
God delights in us and God beautifies us. These two truths lead to a joy we can enjoy today.
How to Get Off the Self-Focus Rollercoaster
When we live focused on self, we often end up riding a self-image rollercoaster.
But 2 Corinthians 5:17-21 teaches us two practical ways to break free from the rollercoaster of self-focus.
The Secret to Being Content
Have you ever wondered if contentment is possible here, in the real world? Where life isn’t always a “perfect fit?”
In Philippians 4:11-13, Paul answers our wondering with an enthusiastic “yes!”
The Joy and Freedom of life with Jesus
Colossians 1:12-14 reveals 2 gratitude-sparking truths for us, as Believers: 1) We are free from darkness and 2) we are heirs of light.