At this time of year, people frequently ask each other, “Are you ready for Christmas?” There are familiar signs that we recognize, which mean the Christmas season is upon us. It could be when the Christmas gifts first start to appear in the shops. Or maybe when you...
I think you’ll agree with me when I say finding spiritual courage in times of fear isn’t easy. Yes, fear is a powerful foe. It prevents me from living in faith and causes anxiety. I experience a loss of control and find myself alone. How Fear Cripples Us The...
“But as for me, God’s presence is my good. I have made the Lord God my refuge, so I can tell about all you do.” (Psalm 73:28 CSB) When life gets difficult, it is quite easy to slip into a negative cycle of thinking, viewing ourselves as victims and our life as a...
“Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength and my redeemer.” Psalm 19:14 I used to complain often. I didn’t hear myself most times and sadly, complaining became my first language. It wasn’t until one day...
You might be surprised to hear that the most common command in the bible isn’t prohibitive. Rather, scripture urges us again and again to DO something. Over 70 times in the New Testament, we are commanded to give thanks and praise to our God. In the...