Tag Archive for: relationship with God

Memorizing Scripture Changed My Life
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I’ve decided to memorize the whole of the book of Luke. I know—it sounds a bit insane. But let me tell you how I got to this point.

Truths I Wish to Share with My 20-Year-Old Self
In my early twenties, I hated being single. I thought it meant that I was unattractive and unwanted.

When Depression Drove Me Away From God
I have been struggling with depression all my life, but recently, I hit a breaking point. I was furious at the Lord, questioning why He had not taken this illness away.

3 Ways Scripture Speaks to Anxiety
I’d never really thought of myself as an anxious person. If anything, I’d always tended to take my fears by the horns and battle with them until I prevailed. But things started to change when I signed up for graduate school while most of my friends went to work full-time.

When I Didn’t Encounter God During Worship
What comes to mind when you think about worship?
Or more specifically, what do you think of when it comes to singing in church?
For me, it used to involve emotional music, closed eyes, and of course, raised hands.

5 Ways to Do More of What You’re Made to Do—Worship!
So recently, I had one of my favorite kinds of nights: date night. I won’t gush too much. But suffice to say, I don’t take for granted being married to my best friend.

Does It Matter How I Worship God?
A couple years ago, a colleague of mine invited my friend and I to visit an African church. l settled in my seat at the beginning of the service, expecting a heartfelt but rather demure time of praise and worship, just like the kind of church services I grew up with in Australia.

No Longer A Slave to Bitterness
“Don't you ever dare think of taking Jack away! You need to prove yourself as a mother first.” Those were the harsh words of my mother-in-law, trying to stop me from taking my son home for the weekend.

3 Truths For When You Feel Inadequate
Although my life is generally free from life-threatening dangers and perils, I still find much to be afraid of. I’m afraid of large dogs. I’m afraid of leaving a bad impression.
