January has a way of making us think about plans. Even when we don’t believe in New Year’s resolutions, there’s still a quiet pressure in the air: to figure things out, to make decisions, to know where we’re headed next. We pray. We ask God for direction. We say we trust Him. And yet, deep down, many of us are still holding our … Read more
Main Scripture “See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.” — Isaiah 43:19 (NIV) When Life Feels Stuck but God Says “New” There are seasons when waiting on God feels especially heavy. I know this because I’ve lived … Read more
I used to approach the new year with a mix of hope and quiet pressure. Hope that things would finally fall into place. Pressure to make better plans, set clearer goals, and “get it right” this time. Some years, I entered January full of motivation, only to feel exhausted by February. Other years, I stepped into the new year … Read more
There are seasons in life when trusting God feels harder than usual. Bills pile up.Prayers seem unanswered.The future feels uncertain. If you are walking through a difficult season right now, you are not alone. Many believers wrestle with fear, doubt, and discouragement when provision feels scarce. Yet Scripture reminds us again and again that God’s provision does … Read more
One of the most breathtaking truths of the Christian faith is not merely that Jesus came, but how He came. The eternal Son of God did not arrive in splendor, wealth, or political power. He came quietly. Humbly. Willingly. He came to serve. Philippians 2 gives us a glimpse into the heart of Christ: a heart marked by humility, … Read more
Over the years, I’ve learned that stewardship is about far more than budgeting, saving, or giving. It’s about the heart. Money has a way of revealing what we truly trust, value, and prioritize. That’s why Jesus spoke about it so often. He knew that where our treasure is, our heart will follow (Matthew 6:21). This isn’t a financial how-to or a checklist for “doing stewardship … Read more
Many of us try to live faithfully. We serve in our churches. We manage responsibilities at home and at work. Yet even when we do all the “right” things, a restless feeling can linger. A quiet discontent tugs at our hearts. Often, we blame our circumstances. Sometimes we point to other people or even ourselves. But Scripture gently redirects our attention. Discontent … Read more
Have you ever noticed how quickly money can capture your attention? A raise, a new opportunity, a higher income goal. Sometimes it feels like no matter what you earn, it still isn’t enough. There’s a subtle pull in every human heart toward “just a little more.” And if we’re not careful, that pull can become a pursuit that slowly replaces … Read more
As a wife, a mom of a little boy, and someone trying to pour into an online ministry, my days don’t always feel holy. Today, for example, Zander isn’t feeling well; he has a fever, so he needs more attention than usual. My laundry is halfway done, the sink is full of dishes, and I haven’t started drafting my post for today. My … Read more
We all have seasons when life feels overwhelming. Responsibilities pile up. Opportunities come and go. And sometimes we wonder: Am I using what God has given me wisely? Jesus’ Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14–30) speaks directly to these questions. Though He told it over 2,000 years ago, its lessons are just as relevant today. … Read more
