We create narratives by choosing the order of events we share in our story, and the telling promotes a specific point of view. Have you ever challenged the narratives you create in your mind? This past year I examined some stories I have told myself and others about my life and realized that not everything I… Continue reading The Grace Narrative
Psalms 112:6-9 Surely the righteous will never be shaken; they will be remembered forever. 7 They will have no fear of bad news; their hearts are steadfast, trusting in the Lord. 8 Their hearts are secure, they will have no fear; in the end they will look in triumph on their foes. 9 They have freely scattered their… Continue reading They will have no fear of bad news
Matthew 6:25-34: 25 “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? 26 Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in… Continue reading When you worry, look to the flowers in the field
Matthew 13:31-32 31 He told them another parable: “The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed, which a man took and planted in his field. 32 Though it is the smallest of all seeds, yet when it grows, it is the largest of garden plants and becomes a tree, so that the birds come and perch… Continue reading Consider the Mustard Seed
2 Chronicles 20: 15 ..This is what the Lord says to you: 'Do not be afraid or discouraged because of this vast army. For the battle is not yours, but God’s.' Do you ever get tired of fighting a battle in your life that is emotional, relational, spiritual or physical? And you grow so weary… Continue reading The battle is not yours, but God’s
th and ended on August 31st, required of me a tremendous amount of faith in God to help me conquer my numerous fears that were both real and imagined. I haven’t been to Europe in 33 years, and when I was last there, my youth and naivety shielded me from any fear of the world… Continue reading Living a Fearless Faith
Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. While I’m praying, seeking wisdom in the Bible, waiting or moving forward on decisions that I believe are God’s will, I have come to realize that at the same time I can dismiss these 3 simple… Continue reading Rejoice, Pray, Give Thanks – This is God’s will for you
stronghold is a place where a cause or belief is strongly defended or upheld. Whereas an Insecurity is a feeling of uncertainty, a lack of confidence or anxiety about yourself. Have you ever strongly defended your faulty thinking that was holding you captive to your insecurity rather than attempt to explore and deal with those… Continue reading Overcoming the Strongholds of Insecurity with Faith
I heard on the news the other day that our country is experiencing a loneliness epidemic, and our technology advancements have been contributing to this widespread feeling of isolation. Our smart Phones, Facebook, Instagram and twitter accounts have redefined how our generation communicates with each other. People are using their phones more to connect through… Continue reading Overcoming Loneliness with Faith
Is there a situation in your life that is so challenging or heartbreaking that you are tempted to doubt God and His ability to work out a plan for your good? If so, please raise your hand. My hands are up and waving in the air. This past year I faced my biggest giant of… Continue reading Facing your Goliath with Faith
