Today’s encouragement is for us to be obedient/faithful in a manner that is impossible for us to accomplish if we rely on ourselves. When reading through the Gospels have you noticed that Jesus calls us to believe in Him during hard times: something we can’t do through human will or wisdom? Jesus invites us toContinueContinue reading “Trust in Jesus: Overcoming Life’s Challenges”
Category Archives: Rebuilding Faith
Finding Purpose in Life’s Emptiness
How does God work through the seemingly empty times of our lives? What does it mean to feel empty in life? Why does God send emptiness to us? Join me as I consider how that God empties our lives so that He can fill us with His Glorious Presence! All quotes are from Larry Crabb’sContinueContinue reading “Finding Purpose in Life’s Emptiness”
Escape Self-Righteousness: Embracing God’s Grace
This post explores the essence of holiness, urging believers to seek refuge in God’s grace rather than self-righteousness. I highlight the transformative power of abiding in Christ for true holiness, emphasizing that genuine faith leads us to recognize our need for grace and fosters an authentic relationship with God.
Perseverance’s Role in Faith
Perseverance in the Christian faith encourages believers to endure trials, trusting in God’s sovereignty and the assurance of His blessings. The virtues of faith, hope, and love are crucial components of the faith journey, empowering believers to live in alignment with God’s will.
Five Reasons for Faith Deconstruction in Youth
The article discusses the reasons young people deconstruct their faith and emphasizes the importance of support from mature believers during this journey. It highlights the significance of curiosity, community authenticity, and openness in addressing doubts. Ultimately, a Christ-honoring approach to deconstruction fosters deeper understanding and stronger faith connections.
Increase My Weak Faith
Mark 9:14-27 describes a father seeking Jesus’s help for his possessed son. The father struggles with doubts and unbelief, but Jesus mercifully rebukes his weak faith. Jon Bloom explains that unbelief is spiritually dangerous and unique to each person’s experiences. Jesus exposes and disciplines unbelief to lead to greater faith, offering hope and grace in times of need.
Task 2: Trust Vrs. Anxiety
Shame and guilt exacerbate anxiety, but scriptures and prayer offer solace. Despite life’s challenges, trusting in God’s faithfulness helps overcome anxiety.
Walking with God: Courage
Walking with God requires courage, integrity, and self-abandonment. Taylor Combs discusses courage as waiting on God and emphasizes the absence of self in Christ. Perseverance in faith, despite trials leads to a deeper relationship with God.
Walking in Fellowship
This post addresses challenges faced in finding fellowship within a local church, providing insights and encouragement for healing and restoration.
Worship & Gifts
This post emphasizes the importance of corporate worship and fellowship for believers. It highlights the biblical command to worship together and the risks faced by early Christians for gathering. Emphasizing the need for community and spiritual gifts, it warns against isolation. The post encourages believers to participate in collective worship, fellowship, and service.
Words of Grace & Hope 