Fear takes many forms. For me lately it’s been in the form of anxiety and depression. A few things have to do with this, there’s a significant degree of change going on in my home. My wife is 30 weeks pregnant with our third child. It’s winter time, which means the days are shorter, and …
It’s the Christmas season. Everyone around the country celebrates this season by decorating, singing songs, gathering with their loved ones and giving gifts. As Christians, we celebrate this season in rememberance and celebration of the birth of our savior and king Jesus. This season, we celebrate his birth, we celebrate his coming and the hope …
I was dealing with some anxiety last week, when as I lay restless I closed my eyes and met with God. I asked God to cover me with his presence and protection. To protect my heart from the darkness of my fear and envelop me with his love. I immediately felt relief. I immediately remembered …
I have two beautiful daughters. I love them so dearly that I’m sometimes saddened by the fact that they have to grow up. About a year ago I really wrestled with my views of God and to be honest, my mistrust of God. I was afraid to trust and follow him completely because I was …
I have been listening to a band called Citizens. They are so incredible that I’m sad they only have 4 songs out. After reading and meditating on these words by Oswald Chambers, I’m desperately trying to live in the peace and presence of Jesus. This song helps me to remember that he is always close …
To have Jesus, to be with him, means that he lives his life out in you. It’s not just a matter of knowing you’ll go to heaven when you die, that’s actually very little about our life in Christ. We are called to be in Christ, to have our mind on the things of God, …
Note: If you’re not a Christian, I would like to apologize. Christians have often been judgmental and sometimes very outspoken about it, but that’s not an accurate depiction of Jesus. I’m sorry that you’ve been judged and made to feel unworthy in the past. Please don’t let these interactions dissuade you from the joy and peace Jesus …
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As I’ve said before, I believe Jesus in a very pragmatic way. I believe that his prescription for world change is the only way it will actually change. When asked what the greatest commandment was, Jesus responded: 36 “Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?” 37 Jesus replied: “‘Love the Lord your God with all your …
As mentioned previously, I struggle with certain anxieties. One of the anxieties that crops up every time we take a trip is the fear of travel, or rather, the extreme dread of travel. If I’m alone, I’m not as nervous, but travelling with my family provides an extra layer of elements that I am responsible …
