Be an ambassador
I was once called the Ambassador of New Ulm, Minnesota. Are you impressed? I was a teenager working a fast-food drive-through. I told a…
The Power of Prayer
Do you believe that prayer works?
They use Jesus against us
Maybe Jesus was having a bad day when he told a story where the hero was a dishonest manager. Maybe he felt discouraged by…
Depression and Anxiety
Watch the entire devotional series from this past week as Pastor Dan helps us learn how to handle anxiety and depression.
Be ready
As a Christian, you’ll stick out when you don’t bash Jessica in office gossip, when you don’t mock Randy’s new fashion disaster, when you…
Depression and Anxiety: There Is an Alternative to Worry?
Instead of playing worrisome scenarios in our heads, we have an alternative. Pastor Dan encourages us by sharing what we can do instead of worrying.
Unstoppable
Let’s say you’re a contestant on Jeopardy. One of the categories is “The Bible.” Right in your wheelhouse. When it’s your turn, you get…
Remember, you are blessed
When did you last contemplate the blessings you’ve received from God? Have you thought about it like this psalmist? “Surely you have granted him…
Depression and Anxiety: Stop Thinking Worst-Case Scenarios
Are you a “what-if” person who often thinks of worst-case scenarios? How do you get your anxiety under control if you’re a “what-if-er”?
Depression and Anxiety: Does God Hear My Prayers?
Do you ever feel like God isn’t listening to your prayers as you grapple with depression?
I’ll be happy when . . .
I’ll be happy when I’m done with school. I’ll be happy when I’m married. I’ll be happy when I have kids. I’ll be happy…
Depression and Anxiety: I Feel Alone in My Faith
It’s not easy to follow Jesus and do the right thing when everyone around you is doing the opposite. So what can you do when you’re feeling alone and outnumbered?