Identifying the Nature of Your Fear
on December 4th, 2024
"For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.” - 2 Timothy 1:7 Fear is a natural emotion that every human being experiences, but not all fear is the same. In 2 Timothy 1:7, Paul makes a significant distinction when he says, "God has not given us the spirit of fear." Notice that Paul doesn’t say, "God has not given us fear." Instead, he addresses "the spirit of fea... Read More
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Don’t Be Scurred
on December 3rd, 2024
“For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.” - 2 Timothy 1:7 Imagine facing the darkest, most uncertain moment of your life. That’s exactly what Paul was experiencing when he wrote his second letter to Timothy. Imprisoned in a Roman dungeon, awaiting his impending death, Paul knew the church was under severe threat. Emperor Nero’s madness was wreaking havoc acro... Read More
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Facing the Fear of the Unknown
on December 2nd, 2024
“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” - Isaiah 41:10 There’s a powerful story about a criminal who, when faced with the choice between being hung by a rope or walking through a mysterious iron door, chose the rope. As the noose was slipping around his neck, he asked the king what ... Read More
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Overcoming Fear
on December 1st, 2024
"For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.” - 2 Timothy 1:7 Fear is a powerful emotion, one that grips our hearts and minds, often leaving us paralyzed or anxious. In the movie Inside Out 2, fear is portrayed in a way many of us can relate to. It's an image of uncertainty and caution, always on alert for danger or the unexpected. If you stop and think about it... Read More
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Put Your Trust in What You Know
on November 30th, 2024
"Be sober-minded; be watchful." - 1 Peter 5:8 Your mind is powerful, processing countless thoughts every minute, and without realizing it, your mind can lead you into a maze of anxious thoughts. Neuroscientists tell us that the human brain can process information at incredible speeds, up to 268 miles per hour. That’s why it’s easy to get swept away by “what ifs,” especially when life feels unc... Read More
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Release It to God
on November 29th, 2024
"Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you." - 1 Peter 5:7 One of the hardest things to do in life is to release control. We often center ourselves on situations we can't manage and try to solve problems that are beyond us. But for the Christian, Peter offers a clear solution: release it to God. He tells us to “cast all your anxieties on Him” because God cares for us. The peo... Read More
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Thank You, God
on November 28th, 2024
"Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever!" - Psalm 107:1 Thanksgiving is more than just a holiday. It’s a moment to pause, reflect, and acknowledge the goodness of God in our lives. In the busyness of life, it’s easy to focus on what we lack, what we wish we had, or what we think we deserve. But gratitude requires us to shift our perspective—to recogni... Read More
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Not in Control
on November 27th, 2024
"Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you." - 1 Peter 5:6 Peter gives us a powerful key to handling anxiety: humility. He suggests that one of the reasons we struggle with anxiety is an overestimation of self, a belief that we are responsible for solving our own problems and managing the future on our own. Theologian Thomas Schreine... Read More
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Shifting Focus
on November 26th, 2024
"Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you." - 1 Peter 5:7 In his letter to the early church, Peter spoke to believers who were struggling with deep anxiety about their future. They were living in a time of trial and persecution, dealing with trauma on many levels—social, economic, physical, and emotional. Peter knew their faith was being tested, and the weight of their circum... Read More
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Let Go of What Chokes You
on November 25th, 2024
"And which of you by being anxious can add a single hour to his span of life?" - Luke 12:25 The word "worry" comes from an ancient term that means "to choke or strangle." It's a vivid description, isn’t it? When anxiety takes control, it can feel like it’s squeezing the life out of you. So, I want to ask you today: what is choking you? What has you feeling so worried that you feel locked in, l... Read More
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Stop Worrying and Start Living
on November 24th, 2024
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God." - Philippians 4:6 Dale Carnegie, the famous writer and lecturer from the early 1900s, struggled with worry and anxiety just like many of us do today. He would panic whenever a storm arose or thunder echoed in the sky. His tendency to fixate on future possibil... Read More
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The Power of Connection
on November 23rd, 2024
"And they have conquered him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony, for they loved not their lives even unto death." - Revelation 12:11 When you’re connected to a supportive community—be it friends, family, a coach, a therapist, a pastor, or fellow believers—something remarkable happens. You find renewed hope, energy, and inspiration in ways you never anticipated. In thes... Read More
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Find People That Nurture Your Joy
on November 22nd, 2024
"For as in one body we have many members, and the members do not all have the same function, so we, though many, are one body in Christ, and individually members one of another." - Romans 12:4-5 In Nehemiah 8, a striking theme emerges: the emphasis on community. The phrase “all the people” appears repeatedly in the first twelve verses, highlighting the unity of the Israelites as they gather at ... Read More
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Find Places That Nourish Your Joy
on November 21st, 2024
"For the joy of the Lord is your strength." - Nehemiah 8:10 When you read about the Israelites’ return to Jerusalem, it's important to notice where they positioned themselves. In Nehemiah 8:1-3, they gathered by the Water Gate, a detail that isn't merely incidental. This gate held significance because it was near the temple, where water was piped in for the sacred rituals of worship. Old Testam... Read More
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Choose Joy
on November 20th, 2024
"Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice." - Philippians 4:4 Life doesn’t always deliver favorable circumstances. Sometimes, you find yourself in moments of grief, sorrow, or uncertainty. It’s in these times that the Bible challenges us to do something that feels impossible: choose joy. Nehemiah, Ezra, and the priests told the people of Israel, who had returned from exile, to choo... Read More
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Choosing Joy in the Ashes
on November 19th, 2024
"Then he said to them, “Go your way. Eat the fat and drink sweet wine and send portions to anyone who has nothing ready, for this day is holy to our Lord. And do not be grieved, for the joy of the LORD is your strength.” - Nehemiah 8:10 Max Lucado once shared a story about teaching his son to ride a bike. As his son zoomed down a hill, out of control, Max yelled, “Hit the brake, son; hit the br... Read More
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Joy That Lasts
on November 18th, 2024
"Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds." - James 1:2 Joy is often defined as a feeling of great pleasure, happiness, or excitement. But if you think joy is the same as happiness, you’re missing something crucial. Happiness is tied to what’s happening around you—when things are going well, the bills are paid, your relationships are thriving, or your health is strong... Read More
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Give Up the Remote
on November 17th, 2024
"Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life." - Proverbs 4:23 I was recently talking to a friend who was struggling through some painful relationship issues. After he finished sharing, I gave him a simple piece of advice: “Give them the remote.” Confused, he asked, “What do you mean?” I explained that much of the stress he was experiencing was because he insisted o... Read More
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