Comforting a hurting sister who suffers from chronic illness takes patience and love. We must be mindful of the words we speak and the way they might be taken. Using the power of words to build others up instead of tearing them down.
Read MoreWhen battling an illness, our priority needs to be drawing closer to God. God has his reasons for allowing illness. But ultimately, it doesn't matter why we go through something or how God will fix it. Our job isn't to get obsessed trying to figure it all out. Our job is to draw closer to our Savior and trust God no matter the outcome.
Read MoreWhen we have an illness, especially if it is prolonged, our minds can get confused during our hard season. We might question where God is but the truth is that he is our hope and our strength. How to seek God and trust him when life hurts.
Read MoreThere are so many lonely people in our church communities. What qualities should you look for in a new Christian friend? God has a lot to say about friendships from the book of Proverbs.
Read MoreGod's promises are the good gifts he provides for his children. How to find and apply God’s promises to your life. Take the next step and go beyond just having head knowledge of God’s Word. Dig deeper and allow the Holy Spirit to speak his promises to our hearts.
Read MoreOur stepping stones of faith (Scripture) allow us to grow in our walk because one thing always leads to another, even when we can’t clearly see what lies before us. Stepping stones of faith that encourage us to keep moving, taking us from a stagnant faith to a refreshing, energizing faith!
Read MoreWhen you are new to a church, there are practical steps to take that will allow you to be a blessing without causing panic or overwhelm. As you take the time to build relationships first, you can easily add to what you are doing. Steps to take to be a blessing to your new church community.
Read MoreFinding a new church is tough but not impossible. We need to be in prayer and use our godly discernment as we objectively look at each area of a potential new church. Churches are as imperfect as we are and some areas to consider are non-negotiable while other areas are a matter of personal preference.
Read MoreSometimes when you need to find a new church, the desire comes with heaping mounds of guilt and condemnation. What does the Bible say about finding a new church community? Because there are legitimate reasons for desiring a new church home, I share 5 tips to keep in mind during this stressful time.
Read MoreGod created us with strong emotions. So what are you supposed to do when you are mad at God? Anger isn’t bad. We get into trouble when we handle our anger in the wrong way. A look at God's views on anger as well as what He wants us to do about the burning emotions churning inside of us.
Read MoreWhen you are seeking God for direction, it is imperative to take anything and everything you believe you receive and test it for Biblical truth.
Read MoreDiscover 8 amazing ways God speaks to us. God has spoken to his people since the beginning of time. Learning to recognize the ways God speaks to His children.
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