Building a relationship with God

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Stop Regretting, Start Remembering

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Whenever I think about my past mistakes, I end up wasting the rest of my day by wallowing in self-pity. There’s no hope for me. I’ve made too many mistakes, too many regrets. 

I’m Saved. . . Now What?

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I dedicated my life to Christ at the age of 17. I was in the garage then, and the (what I now know to be) Holy Spirit caused unexplainable gratefulness to consume me.

Why Don’t Miracles Happen Anymore (Or Do They)?

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When we were kids, I watched my brother nearly lose his life more than once as he underwent open heart surgery. The surgeon sat us down once, and told us that if my brother survived the night

3 Gifts to Give to God

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Last Christmas Eve morning, I caught sight of three yellow paper airplanes perched atop our family’s Christmas tree. Taking a closer look, I recognized the scribbly handwriting of my three daughters on the airplanes

When Did You Last Stop for A Coffee Break?

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A month and a half ago, I got a message from a friend who was newly married and in grad school. Life was busy, he told me, and asked how my husband and I managed our time when we were first married.

It Starts with Believing God is Good

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We all have probably said “Thank God” or “God is good” many times in our lives. But do our choices and way of living truly reflect what we say? It wasn’t always the case for me.

When You’re Forced to Give Control to God

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Written By Chelsie Washington, USA Control has always been something…

Are We Just Having Coffee Dates with God?

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Sometimes, after a good, long time of Bible study, I go right into sinning. When I am alone at home, those sins that prey on solitude can easily sneak in. For me, it is often lust. And sometimes I don’t stop it.

Solution to Forgetfulness: A Pile of Stones

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Because I'm forgetful, I made a pile of stones and put them in my living room. I was inspired by a kind woman named Terri Carter whom I've met only once in my life.