Jesse’s Journal – #2: “He has brought me along the path of right living for his own purposes.” (Psalm 23:3) My journey toward self-acceptance has taught me three essential principles: awareness, acceptance, and action. While I continue to battle self-criticism and negative thoughts, I’ve found a path forward through prayer and personal growth. Instead of …
The Eight Judgments in the New Testament: “And I saw the dead, small and great, stand before God; and the books were opened: and another book was opened, which is the book of life: and the dead were judged out of those things which were written in the books, according to their works.” (Revelation 20:12) …
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Jesse’s Journal – #1: “For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.” (2 Timothy 1:7) I have had such a distorted self-view of my addiction, and it has led me down a path of avoiding what is necessary, shunning my responsibilities for …
The Blessing of Pain: Finding Connection & Recovery in Hardship “Fear thou not, for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God.” (Isaiah 41:10) Life’s journey inevitably brings pain, hardship, and challenges that touch us all, regardless of who we are or where we come from. While these trials are universal, …
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Understanding Faith: The Foundation of Christian Life: Faith is a profound and transformative force that defines and shapes the very essence of our Christian journey. Biblically defined as “the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen” (Hebrews 11:1), faith is more than mere belief—it’s a divine bridge connecting our hearts to …
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From Slavery to Service “Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.” (2 Corinthians 5:17) Transformed by faith. Your journey of faith is a transformative process that revolutionizes your life (Romans 12:2). It liberates you from self-centeredness and transforms you …
The Myth of Constant Productivity: Why Rest is Essential “Better is an handful with quietness, than both the hands full with travail and vexation of spirit.” (Ecclesiastes 4:6) The danger of constant productivity. Perhaps you’ve said to yourself: “I can’t afford to rest. I have so much to do. I’ll fall behind if I stop, …
Understanding Introversion and Extroversion in Community “And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works: Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.” (Hebrews 10:24-25) Introversion Community is important for …
Why Mental Health Matters “Love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind.” (Matthew 22:37) The importance of mental health in Christianity. As a Christian, why is it important to focus on mental health? You might ask, “Wouldn’t my time be better spent helping others, …
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Perfection Is Impossible For Mankind “For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God.” (Romans 3:23) The illusion of perfection. Living your life believing you can be or do everything without fault is a delusion that imprisons many (Proverbs 30:2-4; Romans 3:23). Are you one of them? You may understand the impossibility …
