TOPICS
Trusting God
3 Good Things to Remember When Life Is Hard
David hid in a cave to escape from King Saul and his men. While few of us have been on the run from our enemies as David was, many of us do know what it’s like to feel stuck with nowhere to turn. Here are three good things to remember when life is hard.
Pressing On in the Shade of His Presence
Every time I catch myself minimizing the importance of dying to my flesh as it wars continually with the Spirit, I’ve usually made several choices already to undermine my own personal holiness. Here’s why we should never let anything in our lives eclipse a breathless, wholehearted pursuit of God.
Undergoing the Powerful Scalpel of God’s Truth
God’s truth will always be to our benefit and spiritual health. If we fear truth’s incision, it might be that God has targeted an infected part of our life that requires careful removal.
4 Reasons Why Every Christian Can Be Thankful Today
Christians around the world find themselves in various circumstances—some experience great sorrows while others seem to live relatively peaceful lives. Even with these wide differences, here are four reasons why all believers can be thankful today.
10 Reasons Christians Can Be Thankful in Trying Circumstances
How can we be thankful and joyful in the midst of a painful trial? The answer is found in all that the Scriptures teach us about trials.
7 Reasons Why God Makes a “Crook” in a Christian’s Lot
“Consider the work of God: who can make straight what he has made crooked?” (Eccles. 7:13). Here are seven reasons why God allows various afflictions, also known as “crooks,” in the lives of his children.
“Firm in Faith”: Trusting God in Uncertain Times
In the book of Isaiah, King Ahaz was experiencing fear of the unknown as he faced an impending attack. What can we learn from God’s words to Ahaz to encourage us in uncertain times?
6 Ways to Avoid Being Like Job’s Friends
It’s not fun being kicked while you’re down. Job’s friends rushed to judgment when he suddenly lost his children, wealth, and health. Here are six things to keep in mind when tragedy strikes.
6 Things to Do If You Want to Be Married—and Aren’t Yet
If you’re single and want to be married, you may wonder at times if you will ever experience the joys and challenges of wedded life. Here are six things you can do in the meantime.