Resources for restoration
The Meaning of Jesus’ Tears and Our Own
Jesus wept. It’s the shortest verse in all the Bible, found about halfway through one of the most well-known stories of the Bible, Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead in John chapter eleven. But in these two short words, God teaches us some of the most profound truths in all the Scriptures about the meaning of grief.
Spiritual Life
Being Firm in Faith
In Peter’s epistle we read the words, “Reist him, firm in faith.” He wrote his letter to believers in Asia Minor who were experiencing persecution. He is teaching them how to endure through suffering. When he says, “resist him” he is talking about Satan who tries to pounce on us when we are in the middle of difficulty.
Personal Growth
Institutions Can't Provide What We Ultimately Need...Redemption
Never in our lives have institutions been such a part of shaping the way we live, think, and discuss issues. We are in the midst of a global pandemic and are affected by institutionally required quarantines, social distancing, wearing of protective masks in public, and many more mandates.
Christian Perspectives
Groaning into Redemption
How often have you thought about or incorporated the spiritual practice of groaning? Do you know what it looks like and the fruit it bears?
No Sex in Heaven!
Christianity’s teaching on sex is counter-cultural in a variety of ways. First, the Bible never blushes when talking about the God-given goodness of sexual desire and expression within the context of marriage.
How to Handle False Guilt in Relationships
Sophia is married to Jonah and has two small children. She is very content in her marriage and is happy with the joys and challenges of parenting two toddlers.
Relationship & Family
The Heart of the Matter
The Bible’s teaching on the heart is one of the most significant subjects in all of Scripture but it is also one of the most underemphasized and misunderstood words in Christian teaching. In many ways the heart can be understood as the control center and inner, unseen essence of our person.
Self Acceptance as the Way to Personal Strength
As I have continued to journey through life trying to make sense of good ways to live and move forward as a fallen human being, I have found the distinction between self-esteem and self-acceptance to be infinitely important.
Practice Doesn't Always Make Perfect - Thankfully!
Several years ago, a famous professional athlete was reported to be having conflict with his coach, specifically over his repeated absence from team practices.