Starting new projects, feeling energized, and getting a boost of motivation may all be signs that you’re in a spiritual springtime—a season of fresh beginnings. It’s time to celebrate! But it’s also a time to be intentional about how we handle these...
In a world that often celebrates going it alone and sings the constant mantra “I am enough,” the life of Jesus presents a striking contrast. Unlike the stories of solitary success we’re so used to hearing, Jesus, the embodiment of God’s perfection, lived...
In this rapidly moving world, we often find ourselves forced to make high-stakes decisions in our homes, businesses, and ministries before all the information is in. In our desire to make the “right” decision, the pressure is high, and anxiety runs deep. Thankfully,...
In moments like wrapping up a conversation, putting the finishing touches on a project, or winding down the day with unfinished tasks, it’s common to feel the pull of worry, stress, and regret. We replay scenarios, second-guess ourselves, and fret over potential...
Why does God sometimes call us to leave things that we love, that are serving others, and glorifying Him? Whether it’s a fulfilling role, cherished relationships, or a thriving ministry, it can be confusing when the gentle whisper of the Holy Spirit nudges us to...
You and I were made for joy. We were created by a joyful God, whose delight in life and living is plastered over every square inch of creation. And since we’re made in His image, we have the capacity for great joy. Intellectually, we know this, but when it...
As Christ-followers, we are visionaries. We have dreams of a better world to come and a God-given desire to help make this world a better place now. We were born to make a positive difference, so we jump in, plan the work, and then work the plan, and all too often, we...
We live in a culture that sings the siren song of continual growth telling us our jobs should be getting better, our following bigger, our relationships stronger, and our ministry’s numbers going up and to the right. But what happens when the growth slows, the...
Mountain-top experiences with God are wonderful and can be transformative, but for most of us, they are also rare. Thankfully, we don’t need to create an incredible moment, travel to a gorgeous location, or be in a special place at a certain point in time to be with...
In an age where the world clamors for our attention, it’s easy to get lost in the chaos, wondering where to invest our precious time, focus our scattered thoughts, and anchor our restless hearts. Yet, above all the noise, God is the ultimate author of our...
