Category: Faith
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Can I still be a Christian on the days that I can’t stand anyone?

To be human is to be imperfect. In fact the word “human” in the dictionary is synonymous with the word “flawed” and “frail.”
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God won’t give you more than you can handle… and other drivel not found in the Bible.

I grew up hearing the phrase, “God won’t give you more than you can handle.” It was meant as an encouragement. Buck up, kiddo. You’re stronger than your circumstances. You can get through anything with God and a little bit of elbow grease. For a time, I believed that. I lived as if God would…
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Single, and Thankful

Here’s something I never thought I’d say: I am incredibly grateful for my time of singleness.
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Daniel + Kayla, sitting in a tree

So, I’m engaged. You can’t tell this virtually, but right now I’m pausing for applause… and to give my grand-childless mother the opportunity to stop her wild, jubilant weeping. I didn’t know whether or not I should do an “engagement post,” because: a) most of the engagement announcement blogs I’ve seen are incredibly cheesy, and b)…
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Christian: Worship is so much more than your singing

While there are many scriptures that marry worship and song, musical worship is a very small part of living a worshipful life.
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I don’t regret growing up non-Christian

I boast in my weakness, not because I take pride in who I’ve been, or what I’ve done. I’m not so proud of where I’ve been, so much as I am proud of how far He went to reach me… And how far He’s taken me since.
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Whatever You Feed, Grows

There’s a principle at work in this world that is very similar to, “You reap what you sow.” And that’s, whatever you feed, grows.
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Feelings Are Not King

Christians, if indeed, Jesus is King, then our feelings cannot take His place. In fact, they must not. We must not let them. For our own sake and for His glory.
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“When God Asks for Mercy” by Tabatha Beiser

…in the depths of sin, He provides a way to wholeness and freedom again through ultimate sacrifice.
