A Christians Reminder of Their Identity in Christ
The opening of Paul’s letter to the Corinthians is more than just a greeting; it’s a reminder of our identity in Christ and the blessings we receive from God.
Trusting God with All Your Heart
As we journey through life, it’s easy to become consumed by our own limited understanding and misguided ambitions. We often try to control our lives, relying on our knowledge and abilities to navigate the twists and turns. Contrary to our human nature, Proverbs 3:5-6 urges us to surrender our self-reliance and embrace the loving guidance …
What Are Your Giving Motives: Reflections on Matthew 6:1-4
Matthew 6:1-4 is a passage that reminds us of the importance of living a life of generosity and compassion. In these verses, Jesus warns us against the dangers of hypocrisy and encourages us to give with a pure heart and a sincere spirit. When we give with a pure heart and a sincere spirit, without …
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God’s Unconditional Love: How It Relates to Sin and Redemption
Imagine feeling a love so pure, so unconditional, that nothing you could ever do would change it. In this week’s blog post, I want to delve into the depths of God’s love and discover how it impacts our lives. As we explore the meaning of God’s unconditional love for His people and its significance in …
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Part 5 – Psalm 27:1-14
Wrapping up my series on 5 Bible Passages for Times of Crisis with Psalm 27, I wanted to thank those who have been following along. My prayer today is that something I have written has been beneficial to you. As a person with poor mental health, the last thing I want to hear from someone …
Part 4 – Psalm 23
Feeling Alone with Nowhere to Turn? The Book of Psalms is a great place to look for comforting words in times of crisis. Continuing on my series, 5 Bible Passages for Times of Crisis, let’s dive into Part 4 and see what God has for us in Psalm 23. Introduction The majority of the book …
Part 3 – John 14:27-31
Part 3 of my series on 5 Bible Passages for Times of Crisis takes us to John 14. Jesus is speaking to His disciples at the Passover Seder concerning the upcoming events which will occur later in the week. The disciples are upset and concerned. Let’s take a look at John 14 starting with verse …
Part 2 – Matthew 11:28-30
At some point in our lives, all of us have been in a situation where we are tired and bogged down with life. Perhaps you have a large project coming due at school or your place of work. Or you have a huge and potentially life-changing decision that needs to be made. Stresses such as …
Part 1 – Philippians 4
Dealing with Anxiety My form of anxiety is separation, which was brought on by a traumatic event in my early childhood. I fought this secret for many years until recently when I came out about my mental health problems. In the first part of the series, we will be looking at Philippians 4:4-9. Introduction The …
Bible Passages for Times of Crisis
It has been nearly three years since I faced the most challenging moment of my life when I was grappling with depression. The experience was overwhelming, and I was struggling with suicidal thoughts. In case you missed my previous post where I shared my struggles, I encourage you to read it to understand the depth …