Tag: hope

Hold onto hope: Good is coming! – Divorce Minister

And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. –Romans 8:28, NIV Well-meaning yet hurtful Christians quote this verse at the traumatized faithful spouse as a means to manipulate them away from divorcing an unrepentant cheater. I am sorry if… Continue reading Hold onto hope: Good is coming! – Divorce Minister

“What’s the Next Best Thing?”

My generation, Gen Z, is known for moving around a lot. If we don’t like a job, we leave. According to an article from Business Insider, “70% of Gen Zers who say they’re ‘loyal’ to their employers are either actively or passively seeking a new job.” The article goes on to say that many Gen Zers… Continue reading “What’s the Next Best Thing?”

The Value of a Single Word — Carol McLeod Ministries

I love words. Ever since I was a little girl … sitting in Mrs. Dombrowski’s first grade classroom … I have loved words. I might have been just a wisp of a girl with blonde ringlets cascading down my back … but I instantly realized the power of words one day when she placed “Little House… Continue reading The Value of a Single Word — Carol McLeod Ministries

Why is there suffering in the world if God is good?

Man looking outside by the window. (Photo by Andrik Langfield from Unsplash) Have you ever paused in the midst of life’s chaos and pondered, “If God is good, why is there so much suffering in the world?” This is a question that has echoed through the ages, crossing generations and cultures alike. Indeed, it is… Continue reading Why is there suffering in the world if God is good?

God’s Promises — Broken & Hopeful

Do you ever have days where you feel like everything gets really heavy and hard? You might go from feeling like you are totally in step with Jesus and taking on the world, and suddenly you slam into a wall of your inadequacy, your unbelief or your questions. It happened so quickly you have whiplash… Continue reading God’s Promises — Broken & Hopeful

The Wonder of Wonder

I sat in a circle surrounded by 39 other retreaters. One of my favorite teachers was in town from South Africa to lead the retreat for spiritual directors, and I felt completely spoiled to be in attendance.  Trevor opened our first session by asking us to walk around a large quilt in the middle of our… Continue reading The Wonder of Wonder

Guest Post: Don’t Lose the Essentials – Enjoying the Journey

Dr. Charles Keen has served as a faithful pastor, Bible teacher, author, Bible publisher, and missionary statesman. We are happy to call him a friend. This good man has been a constant encourager to those who are engaged in the work of the gospel. This article from his pen will be a challenge for all… Continue reading Guest Post: Don’t Lose the Essentials – Enjoying the Journey

Suffering is Perplexing — Nicole O’Meara

I regretted not grabbing a thicker sweater the second goosebumps rose on my arms and my body began to shake. Chris draped his jacket over my shoulders, then moved strategically to block the chill wind. The temperature dipped with the sun’s last rays. At just the right moment, my sister, our photographer, shouted and we all… Continue reading Suffering is Perplexing — Nicole O’Meara