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 […]
Three Things You Need for a Better Prayer Life
My grandparents kept a police scanner in their kitchen when I was growing up. My Dad was a police officer, and during his shifts, they’d turn on the scanner and listen to dispatch. (If you have a loved one who is a first responder, I hope you’ll avoid this insane habit. It’s a terrible idea […]