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3 Consequences of Not Waiting on God

We often hear about the benefits of waiting on God, but what about the consequences of NOT waiting on Him? I confess, patience is not my strongest virtue. I don’t wait well. I am a classic type-A personality who feels that if I’m not…

5 Hindrances to Resting in the Lord

In our fast-paced world, we long for rest. But if you’re like me, when you get the opportunity to rest, it doesn’t feel like rest—it feels like laziness. That’s because we lived in a performance-based world. We’ve been trained to…

How to Rest in the Lord Without Feeling Lazy - Pt 2

Do you struggle to rest in the Lord? Do you wonder, what does resting in the Lord even look like? If you’re anything like me, you may hear the word ‘rest’ and think it means ‘laziness.’ I struggle with feeling like there is always…
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The Ultimate Summer Reading Guide for Christians

I promised myself this summer that I would take a step back, enjoy the warm air, and catch up on my reading. I’ve had books piling up for the last several months in anticipation of this glorious downtime. As you get ready for the relaxation…
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How to Rest in the Lord Without Feeling Lazy

As you may know, I love to help you overcome life’s obstacles, trust God more deeply, and live the abundant life. And a lot of what I talk about comes not only from my education but also from my personal experience. I’ve been through the…

How to Overcome Doubt and Unbelief

“I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!”-- Mark 9:24 Sometimes when you’ve been battling with something a long time, doubt creeps in. Even though you know that God is good, it’s common to wonder if God’s promise will ever come…

Why Does God Allow Us to Go Through Hard Times?

“Who do you think you are?” That’s the question I asked myself as I sat in my study. I had already cried out to God with all the normal questions, including, “Why God? Why are you allowing this to happen to me?” And, “When…
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Find More Hours in Day by Slaying the 11 Biggest Time Vampires

Time vampires are thieves that come in when you least expect it and rob you of time. Time vampires don’t target the time you need to take care of your obligations. Instead, they go right for the time you have to make something of yourself. Just…
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15 Self-limiting Beliefs Christians Entertain Every Day

If you found out that your friend or neighbor was spreading lies about you, you would be furious, right? But the truth is you likely spend more time and energy trying to dispel lies that others tell than you do the lies you tell yourself. That’s…
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Discover Your God-Given Purpose in 2019

Do you struggle to discover your God-given purpose in life? If so, you’re not alone. After having devoted my life to fitness for decades, I found myself starting to feel like I was wasting my talents. I’ll confess, at the time…