Finding Peace When God Doesn’t Answer Your Whys
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I was over the moon when I saw those two lines on the pregnancy test. However, during the first scan at about the eight-week mark, it was immediately obvious something was wrong.
Are You Struggling? God Sees You
Today I’m writing for those of you who identify with Thomas more than Peter. Who tend to uncover more questions than answers in your faith.
After Three Suicide Attempts, God Gave Me Another Chance at Life
Some weeks ago, I wrote to this Christian publication to cancel my subscription. I had intended to end my life, and I was worried that their continued postages to my house would upset my mother.
Is Obeying God the Formula for Success?
When I was on a mission trip a few years ago, God impressed upon me His love for Mongolia. So I left home and flew 5,000 kilometres to a new city.
When God Isn’t Who You Thought He Was
Some years ago, my family went through quite an upheaval as we transitioned from one country to another.
The transition unearthed in me something unsettling about my own understanding of who God is.
Why Being Thankful Is More Than Good for You
Recently, while doing research on the effects of gratitude in the workplace, I was reminded of the benefits of being thankful.
What Reading a “Messed-Up” Book in the Bible Taught Me
Last summer, our campus fellowship organised a Bible quiz based on the book of Judges. I started to read it so I could learn the details for the trivia.
Soon I was telling myself it was for good reason that this book wasn’t “popular”, as it seems quite messed up.
Why Humility Isn’t the Same as Putting Ourselves Down
My friend gazed at me through FaceTime, a kind smile on her face. “I just want to let you know that I just counted you saying the word ‘stupid’ six times when talking about yourself.”
3 Mistakes That Taught Me God’s Wisdom and Timing
When I was in my 20s, I had my life planned out: to be a successful business person, musician, and church servant before the age 25, by which time I’d also be married.
Twenty-five came and went, and I hadn’t achieved any of those goals.