Encouragement in the Midst of Battles

Have you ever found yourself in the middle of the battle, feeling like you're drowning? Unfortunately, we all have at one time or another. My hope is this post reminds you that you're not alone and gives you encouragement to keep fighting one day at a time.
Do You Trust that the Gardener is Good?

Do You Trust that the Gardener is Good?

This simple question at church rocked me. Because the truth is every single one of us, at some point in our lives, did not trust that the gardener is good and we took control ourselves. But the only way we can truly live out our calling is to trust the gardener -- will you?
Unpacking the Story of the Birth of Jesus

Unpacking the Story of the Birth of Jesus

Most of us have read or heard the story of the birth of Jesus multiple times. It's a beautiful picture as a whole, but as we begin to break down each part and character in the story, a whole new world of revelation is revealed. As we unpack the story of Jesus' birth, we're actually unlocking more of our hearts and who we were created to be.
When God Is Late

When God Is Late

We've all been there -- comparing ourselves and our lives to those around us. Which leads us into the spiral of "we're behind in life" or "God is late". So, what do we do when God is late? Well, there are 3 key stories in the Bible of God being late in people's lives, and what they show us shows you are in good company.
Mistaking the Enemy’s Lies for Our Best

Mistaking the Enemy’s Lies for Our Best

God takes what the enemy means for evil and turns it for our good; the enemy takes what God meant for good and twists it to be evil. Which leads us to often mistaking the enemy's lies for holding ourselves to our best. Without realizing it, we've let the enemy of this world keep us chained to our worst when we were created to rise with God to our best. Here's how we discern the difference!