Abandoning Ourselves to God

I refer to the Christian life as a journey because each believer/follower of Christ is on a journey with Christ. In our journey there are moments of joy and peace but also times of darkness, discouragement, and soul crushing silence from God. So much of what I see written is all about the “good” andContinueContinue reading “Abandoning Ourselves to God”

Finding Joy Beyond Happiness: God’s Path

What are you seeking in this life? Many are mistakenly seeking temporary happiness and a pleasant journey instead of God’s best. How might God graciously disrupts our temporary happiness in order to draw us into greater joy and hope in Him? All quotes are from Larry Crabb’s Shattered Dreams: God’s Unexpected Path to Joy: ChapterContinueContinue reading “Finding Joy Beyond Happiness: God’s Path”

Shattered: The Puzzle

There are moments in our faith journeys wherein life and faith just don’t make sense. Much like putting a puzzle together without the photo from the puzzle box, we feel as though we are left with a bunch of “random” pieces and no way of putting them together. I want to encourage you to considerContinueContinue reading “Shattered: The Puzzle”

Finding Hope in Jesus:

This reflection emphasizes the profound nature of hope as presented by Jesus, highlighting that true hope transcends our immediate desires and struggles. Despite life’s challenges and suffering, we can find strength and purpose through faith. Embracing God’s plan fosters resilience, encouraging us to trust Him even in darkness, ultimately leading to deeper joy.