Can We Experience Peace during Tough Times?
Glorifying God during tough times may seem hard – maybe even without noticeable effect – at first. But try it for one full day. Then consider doing it again the next day.
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When Someone We Love Has Cancer
How do we hold on to our faith when someone we care about has cancer? When our parent, spouse, child or friend only has months to live, our faith takes a beating. We might wonder if God is willing to heal our loved one. Or if He’s able to sustain us as we watch their illness progress.
Continue reading →Why Our Faith Needs to be Tested
I have no doubt that the devil loves to get us thinking the worst-case scenario to keep us from confidently trusting God. He loves to make us forget that God is far greater and much more powerful than he (the devil) can ever be. Therefore, I meditate on scripture that reminds me about God’s love, mercy, power, ability, compassion, etc., etc., etc.!
Continue reading →What is your prayer for our president?
I can’t help but remember how God has used difficult times in my life to mold me to become more like Him. I’m convinced God can use anything – any trial, any occurrence – in anyone’s life to draw them to God’s love and accomplish His purposes. This should be a component of every prayer we pray.
Continue reading →If You’re Depressed or Suicidal …
After many suicidal attempts due to chronic depression, I’m thankful to be alive. Indeed, without God’s constant intervention, I wouldn’t be writing to you today. Yet as an adult, even though I knew Jesus as my Savior and spent lots … Continue reading →