Mastering Your Mind: Harnessing Thoughts for Healthier Living
Many of us journey through life with our minds as mysterious to us as uncharted seas. Our thoughts seem to lead us rather than the other way around, and the idea of controlling them...
Five Spiritual Strategies to Silence Your Worries
Worry often seems like an unavoidable part of life, but as believers, we have unique resources to combat it. Here are five practical ways to help you manage and even eliminate worry through faith.
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Embracing Humility: Faith’s Journey with Antidepressants
I take an antidepressant daily, despite believing deeply that God is the one "who comforts and encourages and refreshes and cheers the depressed and sinking" (2 Corinthians 7:6). This act is not a departure...
Navigating the Tough Terrain of Young Adulthood: Faith, Patience, and Perseverance
Navigating the turbulent twenties and thirties can often feel like trying to bridge a vast chasm between youthful expectations and the stark realities of adult life. I once envisioned my early twenties filled with...
Choosing Covenant Over Comfort: Why Embracing Community Matters
In today's world, where loneliness is magnified by the fleeting connections of social media, Christianity offers a countercultural remedy that isn't about comfort but about commitment. This is a call to embrace the covenant...
Finding Trust in a World of Broken Promises
In an era where promises often feel as ephemeral as the latest social media update, it's no wonder that trust is a commodity in short supply. The story of Jeff, a name I've given...
Earth Day and the Christian Calling: Stewardship of God’s Creation
As Christians, our faith influences every aspect of our lives, guiding us in making decisions that align with our values and beliefs. Yet, there are times when we, perhaps selectively, navigate our discipleship, choosing...
The Hidden Cost of Multitasking: Lowered IQ and Reduced Brain Density
In our fast-paced world, multitasking might seem like a necessary daily practice, yet recent findings from Stanford University suggest it could be more harmful than we realize. The allure of productivity may tempt us...
Embracing the Silence: Unveiling the Power of Quiet in a Noisy World
In a world saturated with noise and distractions, silence has become a rare commodity that many of us fear rather than cherish. Yet, there's profound wisdom and necessary growth waiting in these quiet moments...
Beyond the Mirror: Discovering True Self-Confidence Through Faith
In a world that often equates self-confidence with self-reliance, the notion of looking outward to find assurance might seem counterintuitive. Yet, Brian Houston, the founder and global senior pastor of Hillsong Church, advocates for...
