The Sandwich Generation
Drawing inspiration from Psalm 144, we connect David’s experiences with the struggles faced by the sandwich generation, highlighting the importance of faith and divine support in navigating life’s challenges.
Endurance, Encouragement, and the Mind of Christ
Endurance is not merely about waiting but is a transformative process that, according to Paul, increases our confidence in God’s promises and leads us to embody Christ’s attitudes and actions.
Which path will you take?
Ultimately, Psalm 1 explains two different ways to be human. Two paths that we can take. The first path is one that reflects the life of God. The alternate path is the path of the wicked.
Trusting God’s Plan Over Anxiety
Instead of being consumed by worry, we can choose to pray and seek God's guidance, trusting that He will direct our paths and help us navigate uncertainties.
Perishable But Not Perishing
All suffering experienced in our perishable bodies is temporary, akin to the perishable nature of worldly problems, reminding us to place our trust in Christ, whose promises ensure that our efforts and trials serve eternal purposes.
How should we feel when it seems clear, “There isn’t enough”?
When Elisha’s servant was told to give the bread to the 100 he asked, “How can I set this before 100 men?” It seemed obvious that the amount was insufficient to the need.
The Tug of Glory
The problem is the pull or drift toward wanting to get a little glory because once we get it, we almost always want a little more, and the pursuit of this glory is hard to cut off or stop.
When we wait and watch, God’s need-quenching blessings spring forth
Surrendering to God's plan requires faith in His reasons and timing, acknowledging His sovereignty and provision in every circumstance.
Finding Answers in Questions
Drawing from Habakkuk's journey, the narrative concludes with a call to embrace trust amidst uncertainties, echoing the prophet's declaration of unwavering faith in God's providence, even in the face of adversity.
Trusting God's Promises
In Isaiah 55, the prophet offers comfort and guidance to those navigating hardships, emphasizing the importance of faith in God's provision during scarcity.
Trusting God in the Unknown
Every aspect of life, from major projects to daily tasks, benefits from seeking God's wisdom and guidance.
Embracing the Reality of Following Jesus
Following Jesus isn't a guarantee that life will be easy or that everything will fall into place; rather, it's a journey of transformation where trust in Him is essential, not merely relying on Him as a good luck charm.
I’m learning what the Bible teaches: God specializes in ‘slim to none’
Many scenarios in life, mirrored in biblical tales, illustrate the triumph of faith over seemingly insurmountable odds.
Let go and let God
Obedience to what Jesus tells us is foundational to our ability to experience his joy and the fruit of the spirit that flows to us and in us as we abide in Christ.
The only way we can hope to cope when the task seems overwhelming
God will keep his promises every time and every day of our journey.
Trust God in every situation!
Strive to continue to grow in your understanding of Jesus and your obedience to him.
Trusting Jesus to meet our needs
Our best prayer is that God's will may be done on earth as it is in heaven, and that He helps us to live lives that reflect our submission to His will.
…the Son can do nothing of his own accord but only what he sees his Father doing. Jesus
Only a life submitted to the will of God can achieve the results that Jesus said were possible.
When it comes to prayer, we would do well to follow the patterns and instructions given to us
We will need God at every age and in every season as we face new and sometimes repeated challenges as we pass through various stages of life.