Thoughts along the Journey…
Post Archive
- Growing in Grace
- Attributes of God
- Encouragement
- Trusting God
- Comfort
- Faith
- Obedience
- Christmas
- Hope
- Prayer
- Witnessing
- Dependence
- Christlike Character
- Purpose
- Gratitude
- Bible Study
- Focus
- Joy
- Life in Christ
- Relationship with God
- Salvation
- Advent
- Peace
- Psalm 23
- Surrender
- Fruit of the Spirit
- Love
- Grace
- Provision
- Sanctification
- Thanksgiving
- Waiting
- Culture
- Discipleship
- Patience
- Singleness
- Contentment
- Forgiveness
- Rest
- Writing
- Apologetics
- Burdens
- Church
- Education
- Holy Spirit
- Persecution
- Perseverance
- Revival
- Spiritual Warfare
- Christian Heritage
Affliction or a Merry Heart?
In Proverbs 15, there is an interesting contrast between the “afflicted” and those with a “merry heart.” At first glance, it might seem that the verse is dealing with circumstances, things beyond our control that have such an influence on our emotions. But a closer look reveals a deeper truth about being a child of God in a world where circumstances don’t always go our way.
Thirsty or Thriving?
In the book of Jeremiah, God puts on display two choices and their results—the same two choices you and I face in our lives today.
Overwhelmed?
Life can feel overwhelming at times, can’t it? But God knows our emotions, our worries, our stresses, our uncertainties—and He gives us a way to get to higher ground.
Praying with No Strings Attached
Jacob isn’t a Biblical character we typically take for a role model, but there is one moment in his life that gives us a glimpse of maturity—and yes, even an example to follow.
Quick to Forget
The account of Lot’s rescue from Sodom is one full of God’s mercy, and yet Lot—as you and I often do—showed himself quick to forget God’s deliverance when faced with the next steps.
Four Obstacles to Christian Service
Does it seem to you like a small handful of people do most of the work at church? Serving God by serving others should be a natural outflow of our love for God, but all too often our sin nature throws obstacles in our way. This week’s post looks at just four of these obstacles, and puts them in perspective with truths from God’s Word.
Life by Faith
Galatians 2:20 tells us that the life we live here on earth is lived by faith. So, what does that mean?
What to do With a Rebuke
Rebukes are never pleasant. But however difficult they maybe be to swallow, they are ultimately intended to be a blessing.
Rod and Staff: Part One
This is another familiar phrase in Psalm 23, but it holds more depth than you might realize. What significance does a shepherd’s rod have for you and I in modern times?