The world is full of so much brokenness, but I can't seem to turn a deaf ear to the silver linings. There is more to the story.
Not “If,” You Will Struggle
There is a common misconception that suffering can be avoided, that doing good will prevent evil. This is not the case.
What to Do When in Trial
If you're lost in a dizzying swirl of emotions that accompanies an unexpected trial, here are three things you can do to focus your thoughts.
Comforts to Remember When in Trial
The midst of a trial can be a foggy place where rounding any corner sends a pierce straight to your heart. But it's not all dark.
Not Hard? Not Worth It
Life is a collection of stopping or continuing. Whether you're being stretched from the inside or out, here's motivation to keep going.
5 Reasons Persecution Needs to Happen
Scripture is clear that trials unlike any other are coming, but why wouldn't God just skip over that part? Why should His children suffer?
How to Prepare for Persecution
Scripture is clear that trials unlike any other are coming, but you might not feel ready to face them. Here are seven ways to prepare.
5 Reasons to Tell Your Story
It's fascinating to think that we will never see through another person's eyes or be able to hear their thoughts, but we can listen to their stories.
7 Lessons From Summer 2021
The best things often come by complete surprise, just like how these unexpected three and a half months bore life lessons.
Never Skip Church
For as long as I can remember, I've had a self-enforced rule that you never skip out on a church event, but here I was doing just that.
What if there was no pain?
Wouldn't the world be a better place if there was no suffering or heartbreak? I beg to differ. Here's why.
6 Reasons Why Bad Things Happen
While we may never know exactly why a trial occurs, we can rest assured that God does not allow pain without a purpose.
5 Things I Learned From a Hard Season
Everything happens for a reason. While we might not always know completely why, there are good reminders along the way.
4 Truths You Can Depend On
There comes a season when you will grab hold of anything to explain your situation, only to realize that sometimes there is no logic.
To My Grieving Soul
Dear me: You are not happy with your life right now. This is not where you imagined yourself being a year ago.
How to Fight Your Battles
To the one battling heartbreak, loss, anxiety, depression, or any other trial: this is for you, and this is for me.