When Waiting on God: How to Embrace the Delay Well

When Waiting on God: How to Embrace the Delay Well

Waiting is inevitable. We will all wait for something in our lives. Sometimes it will be excruciatingly painful, like waiting on God to grant a miracle, answer a prayer, or let us know He is near. And other times, waiting will solely be a bother. However, knowing how to embrace the delay well is critical—discover…

Two Choices That Help in the Wait When God Closes a Door

Two Choices That Help in the Wait When God Closes a Door

Do you ever pray for God to close a door He doesn’t want you to go through? Then He shuts that opening, and you find yourself in utter shock and despair. It leaves you at a crossroads, usually in the middle of a waiting period. Quite possibly, you feel helpless and out of options. However,…

How to Stop the Agonizing Wait from Becoming the Hardest Thing in Life

How to Stop the Agonizing Wait from Becoming the Hardest Thing in Life

What is the hardest task you have ever had to do in life? Our answers may differ, but I bet the agonizing wait is near the top of your list. After all, do you like waiting for results, God to answer a request, or standing in line? Most of us despise the delay, and we…

A Grateful Heart in the Midst of the Unexpected

A Grateful Heart in the Midst of the Unexpected

Do you struggle to maintain a grateful heart in the midst of the unexpected? If so, you are not alone. Gratitude is hard for most people during ordinary times. And we know life sometimes is far from usual. However, living without appreciation will only make our circumstances harder to endure.  

Do You Underestimate the Importance of the Struggle? | Link-Up

Do You Underestimate the Importance of the Struggle? | Link-Up

When you see another person struggling, is your tendency to jump in and try to alleviate the hardship? After all, it seems kind, loving, and what a good Christian should do. However, could we be doing more harm than help by underestimating the importance of the struggle?

Is the Guilt You Are Feeling Helpful?

Is the Guilt You Are Feeling Helpful?

How many of you have done something for someone else when you intuitively knew it was not in your best interest? However, you did it anyway because you felt enormous guilt. Perhaps looking at this topic with new eyes might be helpful. After all, this emotion can appear in many forms, and how much it…