Jesus taught and modeled the perfect life. Following his example is a life-long endeavor. I’ll never do it perfectly – God didn’t ask me to be perfect, he asked me to be faithful. He just wants to know that I’m trying. So, here are three BIG things I’ve learned from Jesus about how to live […]
Poor body image seems to be a growing problem in our culture. So many are in a state of anxious regret over the body they inherited — a body that refuses to bend and meld into the desired mold. What did Jesus have to say about the human body? And what can I do to […]
Paul says, “Pray continually” (1 Thess. 5:17). I think what he meant is that your entire life is a prayer to God. Prayer is not just one aspect of your Christian life – it is your Christian life. Prayer is your connection to God – your spiritual oxygen. Without it, you can do nothing good […]
A healthy person sets boundaries – physical and emotional “no trespassing” lines. Boundaries are essential for a healthy self-esteem. There also spiritual boundaries necessary for a healthy spiritual life. How do I go about setting and living out my faith boundaries? Jesus and Faith Boundaries He replied to him, “Who is my mother, and who […]
Sometimes it’s hard to accept love. Loving other people may be easy for you – natural, like breathing. Perhaps you pour yourself into helping others, even to the point of exhaustion. Yet, you feel a little lonely. You have no problem giving love but can’t seem to receive love. If this is you, then God […]
Time is our most precious commodity. We all have the same 1440 minutes each day. Not a single one of them is guaranteed, and there’s nothing we can do to create more. So, the only question that remains is: What are you going to do with the time you have? The Bible gives us some […]
Let’s face it – we all like money. Life seems to go so much smoother when we have it. The value of money, however, is found in what it represents – our life energy – our time. That’s why Jesus talked a lot about money and wealth. Even so, he always reminded us that the […]
Spiritual growth is essential for a healthy life. In fact, it is the most important aspect of your existence. Your physical body has limitations that don’t apply to your soul. What are the things that stunt spiritual growth? There are people whose bodies have been taken away from them, yet they have gone on […]
Jesus was a serious person. He had a mission and he was laser-focused on that mission. There were many who wanted him dead. He had to deal with them in serious terms. However, when you see him with the people he loved and you read the things he taught, you discover that Jesus was also […]
The most intimate human bond a person will ever experience is often found in the marriage relationship. Feelings, both good and bad, are intensified in such a close and vital relationship. Emotions can run high because so much seems to be at stake. Marriage, therefore, is a place where false narratives can be devastating. What […]
