ARTICLES

Category: Hope

What Is God’s Plan for Your Life Here and Now?

By Daniel Rowlands / April 25, 2024

What does Jeremiah 29:11 mean for us today? “‘For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.’”

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Sleeping on Rocks Right Now? Jesus Is Right There

By Campbell Markham / April 24, 2024

In Genesis 28 Jacob is sleeping outside with a rock for a pillow because of his own poor decisions. As Jacob dreams, God shows him a ladder joining heaven and earth. Why?

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When We Lose Loved Ones and Have Regrets

By Nick Batzig / April 19, 2024

My mom had a sudden and massive heart attack and I never got to say goodbye. Yet, in the face of extreme sorrow, the Lord graciously filled my mind with thoughts of eternity that I never had before.

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Finding God’s Mercy When You Fail

By BCL / April 15, 2024

Have you ever wondered if you’ve failed too much to be forgiven by God? In the life of King Saul, we see the unending reach of Christ’s mercy—and what it means for you today.

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Encouragement for Battling Spiritual Depression

By Derek J. Brown / April 9, 2024

Those of us who tend toward introspection can easily drift into intense soul-searching. Here are some suggestions and encouragement for battling spiritual depression.

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Resurrection Hope: Leaving Our Regrets at the Cross

By Le Ann Trees / March 28, 2024

After Jesus’ crucifixion and death his disciples no doubt regretted their unfaithfulness to him, but they soon found hope in Jesus’ resurrection. We also need resurrection hope when facing our regrets.

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3 Reasons to Be Thankful for the Lord’s Discipline in Your Life

By Christina Fox / February 26, 2024

It’s easy to look at hardships and challenges as punishment for something we’ve done wrong. It’s good to pause and consider what God might be doing in our life.

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8 Good Ways God May Be Growing You Through Slow Healing

By Le Ann Trees / February 6, 2024

We all want to be healed yesterday from whatever physical or mental ailment or troubled relationship we are experiencing. Here are 8 good ways God may be using slow healing in your life.

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3 Good Things to Remember When You Feel Overwhelmed by Your Sin and Failures

By Daniel Rowlands / January 16, 2024

Is it possible that even in our self-inflicted trials—when we are acutely aware of our fallen, sinful nature—God’s glory is manifested by his work in and for us? Absolutely.

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