The 10 Commandments for a Strong Marriage
God’s rules for living – the 10 Commandments – have stood the test of time. They should; they were written…
spirituality
When You Feel Like a Failure
Let’s just admit it. We’re not perfect, and we know it. But sometimes the not-perfect-ness gets really old. Your head…
Helping the Least of These
There’s a long-running commercial on television in the US that tries to raise money for an organization helping abused and…
3 Ways to Start Your Day Right
Have you ever wished you could go back and start your day over again? You’re frustrated, irritable, and nothing seems…
3 Kinds of Prayer That Can Harm You
Prayer is a good thing. Always. But not all prayer is created equal. Did you know there are actually some…
7 Things to do After God Heals You
Hallelujah! God has touched you! You know in your body and in your soul that God has stepped in and…
How God Deals With the Consequences of Bad Behavior
In this world we all face bad stuff. Sometimes others wound you, and those scars are painful. But what can…
God Help Me! I’m Broke!
Bring up the topic of money, and everyone has an opinion. The government should do more – or is doing…
For the Christian in a Bad Marriage
There’s plenty of marriage advice out there: pre-marital counseling, marriage seminars, sermons and books proclaiming the magic of a marriage…
Feeling Abandoned by God When You’re Sick
Physical illness, especially when it’s long-term, can unsettle your world. It saps your energy and possibly your finances. It throws…
How to Save Your Marriage With Prayer
The wake of the Ashley Madison scandal has left many marriages traumatized. Church members have discovered the indiscretions of their…
Positive Spirituality: What’s Good for You?
Is spirituality good for you? You might expect me to claim that Christianity or, more generically, spirituality is a good…
Preparing for Marriage when you Carry Bad Baggage
None of us goes through life baggage-free. But some of us seem to accumulate more than our fair share of…
Why You Must Find Your WHY
Brianna sat down to chat yesterday. Her second child is nine months old, and she and her husband are planning…
The Single Most Important Way to Avoid Bad Advice
Learning from people who have experienced the same challenges you have is awesomely wise. It’s one of the most productive…
Are You Putting God in a Box?
So who’s right? You? Your pastor? The Pope? The head of some denomination? The group of church leaders when they…
How Getting Fired Can Become Priceless
I’ve only been fired once. It happened in one of the worst possible ways. The email arrived on a Sunday…
The Ministry of Presence: Being There
Sometimes you can tell somebody what they need to know. That feels good. Sometimes you can fix things for them.…
5 Ways to Spend Time With God When You’re Busy
Your mind gets distracted. Life gets busy. Your thoughts become occupied with figuring out what to do next or solving…
What’s In Your Hand: Using Your God-given Talents
Perhaps you’ve said “I want God to use me!” I know many believers who feel that way. Perhaps your daily…
The 3 Stages of God’s Purpose for You
You’re a husband, a mom, a banker, a teacher, a nurse, a truck driver, a construction worker, a radio operator,…
How Your View of God Affects Your Health
There has been considerable debate for centuries about the correlation between spirituality and health. One of the most interesting findings…
How To Take Charge of Your Health As A Christian
Christians have a mixed reputation when it comes to living healthfully. Individuals who are involved in a religious community and…
When Your Faith Conflicts With Government
As a Christian in the United States I and the other believers living here have been spoiled. We have enjoyed,…
Intimacy Is Worth the Risk
Get too close and you’re likely to get hurt. No wonder many people are afraid to take the risk. Most…
When Good People Do Bad Things
Many in the popular media seem to relish exposing “skeletons in the closet” whenever an individual or a group that…
5 Benefits of Reading the Bible
As a Christian you’ve probably heard over and over, “Read your Bible!” But why? You get busy and it just…
You Really ARE Alone
Helpers, advocates, friends, and kind people everywhere often say to someone who’s hurting, “You’re not alone.” I often say it myself. It’s…
Why Christians Need Emotional Intelligence
The list of catechism-like truths taught in a Sunday school class or Bible study won’t do much to change you,…
How to be Both Heavenly Minded and Earthly Good
You know the old saying: “Christians are so heavenly minded they’re no earthly good.” It’s meant as a derogatory reference…
If You Feel As Though God Has Left You
Her pain seeped out through the words in her message: “Have you ever felt like you were totally left by…
What To Do When You Don’t Feel Like Reading the Bible
There’s that little voice in your head that says, “Read the Bible!” Intellectually you accept the fact that as a Christian, reading the Bible would be a good thing to do. But you don’t feel like it.
Here are a few thoughts on what to do at those moments when you just don’t feel like reading the Bible.
God In A Box
We so easily put God in a box. OK, so who’s right? Your pastor? The Pope? The head of some…
What Breaks Your Heart?
How do you know what you’re supposed to do? How do you find your purpose? How do you figure out…
