What Kind of God Would Do That?
It is inconceivable that He worked out all the details for our rescue before He breathed life into dust… yet He did!
It is inconceivable that He worked out all the details for our rescue before He breathed life into dust… yet He did!
We exist through Him and FOR Him. Not the other way around.
If we saw the evidence of His return, would we notice or would we pass it off as that radical Christianity stuff?
Time to plug into His power and stop letting life render us ineffective.
Reframe your thinking by viewing decisions as opportunities for growth and learning, rather than as overwhelming or scary.
Find your place of focused solitude, whether it’s on a rock in the woods or in a closet in your house.
Take some time to build a relationship and share truth with that one so they can know a new and better way.
God has equipped you with everything you need to fulfill His purpose for your life.
Captivating speakers are not born; they are made through dedication, practice, and a heart aligned with God’s purpose.
Focus on what’s most important, and take care of yourself through God’s guidance.
If you’re tired of feeling down on yourself, it’s time to take control of your time and start taking action.
When this confession is done, the mind can think clearly, unfiltered by guilt, shame, and fear of being found out.
The preparations I made ages ago have made it possible for me to not only get through this weird hiccup of life.
Every person is a creation of God, deserving of recognition and encouragement.
We are not to be too proud or too aloof to bend, kneel, pour water, rub, and wipe.
Don’t be afraid to share the things God has done for you.
It didn’t take long for me to realize this was a temptation I couldn’t handle.
Letting someone we love fall flat in their face is tough!
When we accept Christ’s salvation, we are suddenly an all-new, never-before-seen us.
When the rattle of the what-ifs stops, the peaceful silence is deafening.
I’m willing to turn on the water hose and look past the rubbery taste of the cool, clear liquid refreshment streaming forth.
Whatever test or temptation comes your way, stop a minute before you react.
Motivating others is about aligning their goals with yours.
The resilient person doesn’t embrace any single failure or loss as the final declaration of who they are.
Taking matters into their own hands got Abraham and Sarah in tons of trouble! Don’t do it.
When you embrace who you are, you realize you have so much to offer the world.
Determine right now that you are leaving the mountain of instruction to implement all you’ve learned.
Just like Joseph, though, I can say that all that was sent to destroy me God turned into a message, a passion, a destiny.
Keep repeating this process until you find the path you’re passionate enough to follow and put forth the effort.
Make the choice to use your anger to make a better place or let it go entirely.
Whenever you allow yourself to be caught up in a spiral of worry and anxiety, you’re allowing your thoughts to take control of your day.
It’s a lot easier to unwind when you’re not beating yourself up all the time.
We share the Good News with those oppressed because being left to the hands of the enemy for eternity is not acceptable.
Take time to reflect on your thoughts, attitudes, and actions that may be inhibiting your progress.
God created us as relational beings, and throughout Scripture, we see the importance of living in community.
Showing empathy tells people you’re putting your own interests aside for a while.
These are all examples of people who would be likely to give up based on their circumstances but refused to do so.
Holding onto grudges and resentment can weigh you down and hinder your relationship with God and others.
By choosing your words carefully and meaningfully, you can improve relationships in every area of your life.
If you believe in what you are doing, you validate that belief to others who may be affected by your decisions.
While you want to be smart regarding the risks of your choices, you don’t want to overanalyze every decision you make.
Motivating others is about formulating a plan that aligns their needs with their higher calling.
There’s nothing wrong with failure because it is 100% a learning opportunity.
Then life did what it inevitably does to a lot of us. It got in the way.
More time for the fun in life will be worth your effort.
Do you like nothing better than to bake or learn new gourmet techniques?
Imagine if you were excited about going to work every day!
While it can be quite tempting to avoid certain tasks or put them off, this is a flawed approach.
When you learn to recognize that someone else is experiencing negative emotions, you will want to help.