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for the one who feels too tired to go on
If you’re struggling to carry too many heavy things today, friend, you’re not alone. I’m right there with you in the thick of it. But I’m also clinging to the truth that there is joy to come. Read this for a dose of light to grapple against the darkness you feel.
Fix Your Mind
Pastor and author, Craig Groeschel once said that “most of life’s battles are won or lost in the mind.” We either wake up and wage war or we go to sleep in the battle. Read this guest post from Kristine Amundrud on rewiring neural pathways when things feel hopeless.
when contentment feels too hard
In a world where you are constantly bombarded with the message that you need to do more, be more, or have more to be happy, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. When those voices get loud and contentment feels a million miles away, read this for a refresh.
the matter of mattering
If you’ve been wrestling with wanting to matter to others, the need to feel important, or the desire to be recognized for your efforts, this one’s for you!
you can’t earn what is freely given
On personal failings, unconditional love, and God’s grace.
a surprising life lesson from a Monstera plant
I tried to propagate my giant Monstera plant, and it took a long time! In the process, I learned to lean into small, invisible growth. Read this when you feel stagnant and need a refresh!
don’t miss divine appointments!
Do you feel like you are too distracted by your life to notice what God is doing all around you? Read this for some encouragement on how to notice the divine appointments all around you!
a challenge that changed my mindset
If you want to be the kind of person who prays with others but don’t know how, consider this your pep talk. You never know how God is going to show up, but you can be assured that He will!
in want and plenty: 5 truths about scarcity
In human terms, there is a lot of scarcity in our day-to-day lives. We have a finite number of hours. We have limited cognition, abilities, and energy. Our finances are often less than we’d like. We aren’t where we’d like to be in our careers or relationships. However, that’s not where our story ends. Here are 5 truths about scarcity to encourage your heart when it feels like you’re walking through a dry and dusty desert.
who has despised the day of small things?
Ever felt small, like your efforts don’t matter, like you’re not making any progress? In Zechariah, a little phrase from God serves as a reminder that small is all you need to bring.
the open-heartedness of God
God is open-hearted in that He loves you, freely, richly, and without any strings attached. He doesn’t require good behavior, hard work, or extraordinary character of you. His love continues where yours may fail. He loves even when it hurts. He doesn’t stop loving you even as your choices continue to push Him away.
a dose of grace
God doesn’t view you as a mistake or a failure. Your past does not disqualify you from grace. He sees you as His beloved!
