Conflict is everywhere. You don’t need to scroll far on social media or sit too long at a family gathering before realizing how divided our world has become. Politics, faith, cultural issues, even lifestyle choices, everyone seems to have a strong opinion, and often, those opinions clash. Like most people, conflict makes me uncomfortable. I’m … Continue reading Biblical Wisdom for Navigating Conflict in a Divided World
"Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!" — Philippians 4:4 In our fast-paced, goal-driven culture, joy often feels like something we’ll have later when the work slows down, when the bills are paid, when the “big breakthrough” finally happens. But the Bible paints a different picture. Joy is not something we … Continue reading How to Find Joy in Everyday Moments: Biblical Lessons for a Content Life
Rating: 4 stars Published: January 1, 2005 Pages: 242 Genre: Biblical Fiction This is the third book in this series; however, I read it after I read the first book. Since I didn't quite enjoy the first story, I was hoping for something better with this one. David and Jonathan's friendship always intrigued me and … Continue reading Book Review: The Prince- Jonathan (Sons of Encouragement Bk 3) by Francine Rivers
"Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs..." — 1 Corinthians 13:4–5 (NIV) When we hear 1 Corinthians 13, many of us think of weddings. … Continue reading Loving Like Christ: Applying 1 Corinthians 13 in Our Friendships and Relationships
When we hear the word fasting, many of us think of extreme diets, juice cleanses, or maybe skipping a meal to “detox.” But in Scripture, fasting is never about the latest health trend, it’s about the heart. From the Old Testament prophets to Jesus Himself, fasting has always been a way for God’s people to … Continue reading Fasting and Spiritual Discipline: Why It Still Matters Today