How to Move On When People Disappoint You
We’ve all been there, and some of us have been there more than once. It’s the feeling we get when a friend, coworker, or loved one profoundly disappoints us. Maybe it wasn’t intentional on their part—or perhaps it was. Either way, the sting runs deep. It’s one of the uncomfortable truths about life—we will be […]
Advent: A Season of Promise
Jesus’ birth is evidence that God keeps his promises. Since Old Testament times, God had been promising that He would send the Christ child who would be known by these names: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace” (Isa. 9:6). God fulfilled that promise in the birth of Jesus Christ. Thumb through the […]
Jesus, Orwell, Huxley, and Twain: Why It’s Time to Revamp Your Reading Habits
There’s a passage in Mark’s gospel that I think about almost every day. If you’ve been a Christ-follower for long, you probably know it well. One of the scribes approached Jesus and asked which of the commands was the most important. Jesus answered, “And you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart […]
What the Bible Says About Dealing with Mockers and Fools
The explosion of social media has given nearly everyone a platform. To be sure, there are benefits to getting to hear from a variety of voices. Just yesterday, I read an online post from a woman who has a dramatically different political perspective than mine. In her post, she brought up a point of view […]