Tag Archives: Difficult
Ever Wonder if God Wants YOU to be Happy?
“He disciplines us for our good, that we may share His holiness” (Hebrews 12:10). It’s good to be happy. I’m all in favor of it, and I think the Lord is also. However. God’s primary concern is not in making
If you’re depressed,Can God Guide you?
In our ministry we have counseled several people who were once active, enthusiastic and often volunteered in their churches. They used to be able to light up the room with their vibrant outlook on life when they were present at gatherings, but because of life’s overwhelming problems
A Baby Changes things..
A baby changes everything. When our first was on his way, someone gave us a card that said on the front page, “Congratulations!” It had the picture of the cutest baby you would ever see until ours was born. But
As YOU seek God for 31 Days, expect Surprises!
Acts 9:10-21 Surprises are always part of God’s leading. In Saul’s case, the surprise came in the form of a light from heaven, marking a life-changing transformation. For Ananias, it was a seemingly unreasonable and illogical command from the Lord,
Ever Been let Down by Some 1 You Trusted? God can Be trusted!
Have you ever struggled with trusting someone you love or like after that person has let you down? Many of us have experienced this. We might have responded by saying or thinking, “Trust is earned.” A recent situation prompted me
If Your Pain Is Not Changing, Seek God’s Grace!
“My grace is all you need, for my power is greatest when you are weak.” (2 Corinthians 12:9a TEV) As a pastor, I meet hurting people all the time. You can take two people, put them in the same difficult
Want A Shift? Focus on Your Purpose, Not Your Problem!
When you stay focused on your purpose, not your problem, you can be happy even when life seems to be falling apart.Paul was an old man when he was in prison in Rome. He was a long way from home.
Seize Each Moment, God Gives You!
“Be careful how you act; these are difficult days. Don’t be fools; be wise: make the most of every opportunity you have for doing good.” (Ephesians 5:15-16 TLB) Everyone has a dream. Maybe you’ve had it since you were a