Prayers

Many wonder, “Why does God allow suffering?” How far would you push God to remove suffering? At what point would you think that he has met your standards? If he removed all cancer, would that be enough? What about accidents? Hunger and war? Where would you limit your demands upon the Creator of all things? […]

When looking for a real change, it’s better to start from below. Jesus came down to our level, down to the dirt and mud that is human life. Knowing God also means knowing yourself better. If you recognize a need to change, then explore the source of the problem. For example, being aggressive, fearful, or

Feel like you just can’t catch up? Sometimes there’s just so much to do that you think you’ll  never make it. In moments like these, it’s harder than ever to stop and focus. Just stop. At least for a moment. Connect with God the Father and ask for his grace. Reaffirm your faith in him

Have you felt loss or betrayal? These emotions hurt since something is gone that cannot return. It could be a person, or a sense of trust. When human weakness and fragility hit home, it shakes your foundations. Even God has felt hurt and pain. For this the blood of Christ poured out over all humanity

It happens to all of us. You feel so full of the Spirit, then suddenly things go wrong. It’s as if you forgot about God altogether. Even though God is the owner of all grace, being aware of negative behavior is important. When our flesh gets out of control, we become angry or impulsive. The

Sometimes our walk of faith becomes a chore. Instead of happiness we mope around with long faces and kill ourselves trying to follow the rules. Plus, we try to make sure everyone else is following them too. Where’s the joy? Take a step back. Remember God’s love for you first. You don’t have to do

Humility is a trait all of us should strive for, but it’s not easy. Too often we think it’s about behavior. The truth is that our actions are the results of being humble. We might be able to act humble, but true humility isn’t an act. For the follower of Christ, a humble heart welcomes

When the enemy rises up against you, what’s your reaction? Do you get scared or nervous? Maybe you withdraw or lash out. There comes a time in everyone’s life when you feel under attack. It may or may not be from a specific person. Either way, you feel the aggression. Instead of getting upset and

Are looking to grow spiritually? Are you sure you’re ready? Even though we should all seek growth, it might be a good idea to examine our motives first. Do you want to grow spiritually to have more influence or control? Do you want to grow in order to avoid pain? Or do you want to

We all blow things out of proportion at times. It could be because you are tired or overworked. Or maybe you have deeper issues that need to be resolved. Whatever the reason, in many cases, the enemy is part of the problem. What does the enemy do? He tells you lies that even the smallest