When crisis hits, distress can soon follow. Just ask King David. In Psalm 3 and 4 David finds himself on the receiving end of major crisis (Ps. 3:1-2) and deep distress (Ps. 4:1-2). But what are easily the most shocking two verses in these Psalms is David’s response to it all: “I will lie down […]
Encouraging Words
With thanksgiving
Don’t worry about anything, but in everything, through prayer and petition with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:6-7 CSB) Not surprisingly, Philippians 4:6-7 is one of the most sought out Bible passages during times of anxiety or […]
Leadership disrupted
Daniel 1:1-21 These days feel unprecedented, but they’re not new to God or his people. There’s comfort in that. Knowing God has taken his people to and through disruptive days before provides us with reassurance that he will do the same for you and me now. Pastors, ministry leaders, and parents: how do you personally […]
When tragedy strikes
Unexpected tragedy comes in many forms. Hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, droughts, and most recently, the Coronavirus pandemic. We are left to deal with the physical, emotional, and spiritual aftermath, as the world asks, “Where is the God of love? Why are innocent people suffering? How come God didn’t prevent this?” As believers, we understand that God […]
I don’t know, but God does
I love the promise God gives in James 1:5, “If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God—who gives to all generously and ungrudgingly—and it will be given to him.” What a wonderful word from God. We can have wisdom. We can begin to see our world as God sees it and gain the perspective […]