You’re an unwanted mess. At some point, they gave up on you because you’re too hard, too much work. The investment isn’t worth it. You’re not worth it. But God offers us another second chance, even when no one else does.
Read MoreWhere is MY Reward?
We give, and we give, and then we give some more. Even if you don’t feel burnt out, and you have so much more to give, you might encounter a moment when you wonder, “when will I receive my reward?”
Read MoreWhen You Can't
Trusting God is not about your own effort to take action, but to see and understand God as who He is.
Read MoreDating, Dating Apps, and the Sovereignty of God
"I never really started to think about dating or marriage until my last year of undergrad. It's a little crazy in today's day and age, but for me contentment and striving for personal growth and holiness was everything and a good thing for me. Upon finishing my undergrad I began to pray more about possibly being open to a relationship while holding fast to the contentment of being single. God began to show me how much I valued the security and comfort of singleness but, He also wanted to show me something great, something that would challenge and push me outside my comfort zone."
Read MoreThe Fear of Commitment
It was not uncommon back fifty, sixty, or even just twenty years ago, for people to have worked their entire lives committed to one company or corporation until they retired, to living in a single neighborhood, laying down roots for investment in long-term properties and real estate, to buying the most durable and reliable cars, and investing in 10-20 year stocks and bonds. People committed to churches, organizations, fraternities, secret societies, associations, and friendships. But not this generation.
Read MoreDismantling Idolatry (part 3 of 3): Happiness
We have established that true happiness cannot be found within ourselves, because we’re always desiring more. We also reasoned that all the relationships, careers, and riches in life also won’t make us truly happy. Thankfully, Jesus also gave us the answer to the question of happiness and completeness: Himself!
Read MoreChild-like Enthusiasm
Imagine what children look like when they are full of excitement. Does our excitement for God look the same?
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