Have you ever thought of the implications of John 15:16, where Jesus said, “You did not choose me, but I chose you.” We were chosen by God. That can feel like a scary thing, because we frankly don’t feel all that worthy all the time. (At least I sure don’t.) So why did God choose us?…
Many people dread the beginning of the Christmas season. People get grumpy. Traffic gets hairy. Plus the stresses and pressures of the holidays put people in bad moods. But I think we miss out on the hope of Christmas when we only look at the negative. I see three main things from the Christmas story that,…
Tomorrow is Thanksgiving. While we might be looking forward to stuffing our bellies with all sorts of edible delights, many of us aren’t so excited about the “thanks” part of the day. Many of us just aren’t feeling so grateful right now – whether from the exhaustion of a dramatic election, all the stuff that’s going on…
It’s said comparison is the thief of joy. I experience that from time to time. Whether I hear of someone else’s success, see someone’s post on social media, or read about some twenty-year-old tech billionaire who already accomplished more than I will in my whole life… I’ve felt the joy-suck of comparison. Here’s five things…
I don’t normally get my theology from the Power Team, but they had one of the best slogans. God made you to win. And I see many people approaching arguments with that type of theological approach – win. So here are 12 times Jesus modeled arguing with people to prove you’re right. – – – – –…
If we hope to accomplish big things, our thinking has to change. We have to start thinking big thoughts – not small thoughts. But how do we do that? I know I always drift back into small thinking. Here are some of the ways I’m constantly challenged to change the way I think. 1. Don’t Argue…
People love to hate on Millennials. I actually admire them. I’ve seen the Millennial generation completely disrupt the world – I’d say in a positive way. Just look at the impact Millennials have had on traditional industries. The music industry is on its head. No longer are labels the only way for musicians to get…
Whatever is good and perfect comes to us from God above, who created all heaven’s lights. Unlike them, He never changes or casts shifting shadows. (James 1:17) Allegedly, God doesn’t change. He stays the same throughout eternity. But why does our human experience seem to contradict that? Why does it seem like God is always…
I’m writing this from the past – Monday to be precise. I have no idea who won. But I’m convinced, no matter who it was, we should do these three things now. Whether your candidate lost or now holds the nuclear codes, these three things are your best option. 1. Pray If the other guy…
Anyone who offers you an easy answer to life’s complicated problems is trying to sell you something. And there’s a good chance you’re about to get duped, because life doesn’t really work that way. Despite what blogs offer you in their click-bait headlines or what the latest product offers: There are no easy answers. When…