Life’s Challenges
Jesus said, “In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” We have a Savior who knows our struggles and knows our pain, and he will give us the strength to persevere and trust his will for us.
Held together in Jesus
“You’ve got it so together!” Has anyone ever said that to you? If you’re like me, when you hear those words, your first thought…
The gift of less to lose
One of the best gifts God ever gave me was getting to a point where I had less to lose. I am not trying…
Enough
“I didn’t get enough sleep last night.” “There’s not enough coffee to get me through this day.” “I didn’t study enough for that test.”…
Strong tower
I will never forget standing behind the walls of Masada. Just west of the Dead Sea, Masada is an ancient fortress built on a…
God’s gift of love
Valentine’s Day is about giving gifts to people you love. Picking a gift can be difficult because a gift communicates what you think of…
Wrestling with God
“So Jacob was left alone. Then a man wrestled with him until dawn. When the man saw that he could not win against Jacob,…
The reality you will never know
Have you ever heard someone who is going through a tough time say, “What do people do who don’t have Jesus in their lives?”…
The Simple Truth About Positivity
It’s nearly impossible to stay positive when you’ve got so much baggage. But remember this . . .
Do something!
Psychologists, substance abuse counselors, and social workers have a last-ditch strategy when helping someone out of destructive behaviors seems to have hit a brick…
The Secret to Finding Positivity
When you’re struggling and comfort seems so far away, what do you do? Pastor Jared helps you remember that your calling is tied to finding positivity.
Wrestling with the devil
“Keep your mind clear, and be alert. Your opponent the devil is prowling around like a roaring lion as he looks for someone to…
We’re not alone while we wait
It all started at Christmas. My husband and I were in church and the pastor shared how King Ahaz was told, “Therefore the Lord…