So could it be that good can come out of suffering? That God uses it to build things into us? Things we might need?
Instead of worrying, we need to be seeking His kingdom and His righteousness.
You’re the prettiest girl I’ve ever known, he said. She smiled, knowing it wasn’t true. But it was true to him.
Our job is to stand up for our beliefs, cling to them no matter what, and wait for our redemption. Jesus will not let us down. I
For His anger is but for a moment, His favor is for a lifetime; weeping may last for the night, but joy comes in the morning.
She had always asked him what, exactly, he was training for. Now she knew.
Maybe we all need a glimpse of life without someone we love once in a while, just to teach us not to take them for granted.
Is quick relief worth it? No, it isn’t. I’d rather take the pain myself so they won’t have to.
But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.
But living in fear is no kind of life. We have to trust God. That doesn't mean bad things won't happen. But we know He's in charge.
Every expression of gratitude is a prayer, which means the practice of intentional gratitude leads directly to a life lived in continual worship. He
You know, son, God will give you what you choose. And if you think about that real hard, it’ll scare you to death. I don’t think you’re ready to suffer the consequences of those choices.
With the practice of intentional gratitude, there is no time for regrets about the past, or worries about the future. There is only thankfulness for the here and now.
This life is not about our comfort. We have an eternity for that. I really think this is about training and testing. We will have work to do in Heaven, work that is fulfilling and perfect for us. God...
There were benefits to working with addicts. They didn’t even realize they were slaves.
I’ve said this before, Lord, but I’m so sorry for all the stupid choices I’ve made. I want to start over, with your guidance. I can’t afford to make mistakes now. Will you turn up the volume on your v...
What about you, Ian? Why don't you come too? Can't. I'm Jewish. You are not Jewish! You're Italian. I was thinking of converting.
We — you and I — are fearfully and wonderfully made. His works are wonderful (Psalm 139:1 – 5, 13 – 14).
Someone really wise once told me that even Christians aren’t immune to tragedy. That we can’t use this fallen world to gauge our value to God.
See to it that no one falls short of the grace of God and that no bitter root grows up to cause trouble and defile many.