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Letter to a Depressed Christian
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“Find your passion” sounds like dated advice, but every now and then we still go back to that, especially when we’re stumped on what we should do.
What Is God Calling Me to Do?
“Find your passion” sounds like dated advice, but every now and then we still go back to that, especially when we’re stumped on what we should do.
How I’m Learning to Focus on the Present
The news came just after our first anniversary. When the doctor confirmed my pregnancy, hugs and squeals of joy followed.
But the initial thrill was soon eclipsed by the ills of early pregnancy – morning sickness, loss of appetite, and a drop in energy level.
When Jesus Says “Become Like Children”
If there’s one topic that got people concerned as Jesus preached about the coming of the kingdom of heaven, the importance of becoming like children would make the list.
It must have been slightly bizarre because nobody ever pays that much attention to children… being children.
How to Be Childlike Before God
The other night after small group, I experienced the cutest thing: The daughter of one of our members, who reminds me of a blonde, blue-eyed version of Boo from Monsters Inc.
“Boo” was delightful, adorably undignified, openly affectionate.
I’ve been thinking about how God wants—no, actually, requires that we somehow go to Him like her.
How Do We Fix Our Eyes on Jesus When We Can’t See Him?
American life coach Martha Beck describes life this way, “Your life follows your attention. Wherever you look, you end up going.”
This is not unlike how we direct our spiritual gaze. However, how do we constantly look to Jesus, whom we cannot see?
Embracing My New Season of Serving “Less”
When I settled into a new church and took on significantly fewer commitments, my husband summed up my new season with these reassuring words: “You can rest now, Sarah.”
But some days I still find myself unsettled, having given up more than I'd anticipated.
What God Showed Me When I Was Burnt Out
The space began to close in on me. My ears received nothing but noises. My breath became shorter.
That was the first time I experienced a panic attack during a work meeting.
When a Friend Falls Away from Faith
My friend had lost his close friend months ago, and he's been angry with God ever since.
I tried to comfort him and steer him back to God. But he was in no state to listen.