Bible Study Tips for Beginners: The Importance of Context
The 1st in a series of Bible study tips for beginners, learn why context is important and can even be life-changing. Jana Carlson uses 1 John 4:4 as an example.
3 Ways to Delight Yourself in the Lord—Meaning of Psalm 37:4
Psalm 37:4 says God gives you the desires of your heart when you delight yourself in the Lord. How do we do that in practical ways? What does this verse mean?
That Time I Stole Candy and Didn’t Get What I Deserved
I stole. It’s my first time confessing it on the internet. It was traumatic for me, but I learned how to overcome temptation and what happens if we sin.
How to Overcome Doubt When We Struggle With Imposter Syndrome
The dreadful and common affliction we call Imposter Syndrome—feeling incompetent, inadequate, or like a failure—can be discouraging, but the Bible has a cure!
Thunderstorms & Hardened Hearts
Psalm 29 is the perfect background music by which to worship our masterful Creator and majestic King, reminding us of His sovereignty and the power of His Word.
How does God guide us?
When we need directions, we look at a map or signs. But how does God guide us? According to Psalm 32:8, He guides us with His eye upon us. Let’s dig deeper.
How to Be Faithful Instead of Frantic So You Can Get the Important Things Done
What drives our hamster wheel lifestyle? These three practices changed my life and brought me from a constant sense of chaos to a consistent sense of calm.
Love & Lost Causes
Most people would give up on a lost cause, but in the Kingdom of God, there are no lost causes. There is hope because there is One who loves, seeks, and saves.
Dutiful Drudgery vs. Delightful Devotion
My mom, Mary, and Martha show us that when we love to serve so much that we fail to connect with the One we serve, we’re missing out on the most important part.
How Sanctification Helps Us Embrace the Editing Process
The red lines on our carefully crafted words during the editing process can be painful, but the Bible’s description of sanctification can help us embrace it.