Trusting God Beyond Salvation: Romans 5:8 NKJV
But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8 NKJV God’s love is extended to us even in the midst of our sin. It’s easy to think challenging or painful circumstances in our lives are God’s way of punishing us for our sin. This thought pattern, however, is…
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Feel out of Control? God’s Word Can Bring You Peace
Are you a to-do list person? I know I am. Sometimes I add items to my lists just so I can cross them off. I'll even jot a note to take out the trash even though it's already out on the curb. In these moments, list-making feels good. It gives me a sense of control. But sometimes lists can't match the…
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Feel Like a Failure? Bible Verses Can Bring Comfort
I was feeling restless and ready for a change when we drove past the "For Sale" sign, beckoning us to our next adventure. Within a few months, my husband and I were bed & breakfast owners. We had a lovely new home and enjoyed working hard to make it a wonderful get-away spot. And with each reservation, we made new…
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Find Assurance as You Wait for God’s Answers
I'm a person who answers texts, replies to tweets, and reacts to Facebook posts immediately. A friend of mine is the same way. We start texting about the Detroit Tigers' game, and the texts fly back and forth. It makes me thankful for unlimited messaging. I'd like God to answer instantly too. But there are times he doesn't. With God,…
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Overwhelmed by Choices? Bible Verses Can Bring You Peace
Have you ever heard about the paradox of choice? It's the idea that, when faced with a bounty of choices, humans tend to take approximately an eternity to decide—and sometimes we'll just forego making a decision altogether. It's what happens when you visit a diner with a 25-page menu and plead with the waiter, I don't know. I can't choose!…
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Psalms for Coping with Your Loved One’s Illness
You anxiously turn the doorknob, hoping that things will be better today. The door now open, you notice the half-eaten food, the water that is so hard to swallow. You study your loved one's face, looking for signs of vitality in sallow skin. You struggle to maintain your smile as you lean down toward the bed to give a kiss.…
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Bible Verses for When You Don’t Like Yourself
Finally—a day off with nothing to do, I thought to myself. I had been looking forward to this day for what seemed like eternity. I woke up refreshed, poured a cup of coffee, and plopped down on the sofa. And then, seemingly out of nowhere, I felt overcome with anxiety. All the old insecurities and worries came flooding back. I…
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