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Enduring trials

A Holy Tension: Responding to Failed Expectations in the Already and Not Yet

By Christina Fox / May 6, 2022

We live in a broken and fallen world where life is disappointing. It often doesn’t “work” or go as planned. We sin and are sinned against. How should Christians respond to failed expectations in this already/not-yet time in history?

It’s the End of the World As We Know It

By Keith Mathison / July 29, 2020

The nations rage. Earthly kingdoms rise and fall. There are wars and rumors of wars. In Paul’s time the church was under attack on all sides. What can Christians learn from Paul about how to respond in perilous times?

5 Good Reasons to Read “Searching Our Hearts in Difficult Times” by John Owen

By Le Ann Trees / June 2, 2020

In these difficult times we have been searching for information, answers, and hope. Yet, the most critical search we need to do now, according to Puritan theologian John Owen, is right within our own hearts.

A Better “Normal”? How I Hope the Pandemic Changes Things

By Jim Richman / May 13, 2020

In what ways can the new “normal” brought about by the pandemic be better for us when it comes to our perspective toward daily life?

4 Good Things to Remember When You Don’t Want to Face the Day

By Emily Reiner / November 12, 2019

There are times when it seems to take more courage than we can possibly muster to get out of bed. Here are four good things to remember when you don’t want to face the day.

Book Review: “God’s Grace in Your Suffering” by David Powlison

By Le Ann Trees / January 30, 2018

Facing a trial right now? Check. Had someone share with you a Christian cliché such as “God never gives you more than you can handle”? Check. Wish you could connect with a Christian counselor who knows his Bible and has wisdom and life experience from which to draw, all the while giving you solid answers and real hope? Check. Well, now you can with David Powlison’s new book, “God’s Grace in Your Suffering.”