Better, Not Bitter: Let God Refine Your Heart

Psalm 139:23–24“Search me, God, and know my heart;test me and know my anxious thoughts.See if there is any offensive way in me,and lead me in the way everlasting.” Romans 5:3–5“We also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance;...

Choose Faith Over Fear: Be Strong and Courageous

Joshua 1:9“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” TL;DR:Fear keeps you stuck at the bottom of the hill. Faith gives you courage to rise. God is with...

With a Whip or With Love? Choose a Gentle Spirit

1 Corinthians 4:12–13, 21“When we are cursed, we bless; when we are persecuted, we endure it; when we are slandered, we answer kindly… What do you prefer? Shall I come to you with a whip, or in love and with a gentle spirit?” TL;DR:When others hurt you, you can...