For anyone who has ever experienced the bondage of fear and panic, an overwhelming sense of hopelessness usually accompanies this gripping affliction. Without hope, the future is very bleak.Yet, Paul encourages us to, "…be joyful in hope, patient … [Continue reading] about where is your hope?
fact or feeling
Do you ever feel forsaken by God? Abandoned? Rejected? Does God seem so far away that no matter how high you reach, he is unreachable still? Do you feel as if you are standing in a desert with no water, no shade, no rest in sight? Do you cry out in … [Continue reading] about fact or feeling
laboring in vain
Knowing the crippling power of a panic attack, I can relate to the need for a diversion or safety net. A diversion is anything that distracts your mind from an attack. A safety net, or safety valve, is anything that you cling to during an attack. … [Continue reading] about laboring in vain
welcome home
I love the parable of the prodigal son. It's a story about a young lad who was ready to strike out on his own, be his own man, break those parental ties and move on. It reminds me of myself when I went off to college. "Free at last! I can do what I … [Continue reading] about welcome home
on guard
Awhile back, I went to see a movie with my brother and dad. It was one of those male-bonding, testosterone-inducing, action flicks. Shooting, explosions, body parts flying. Arrr!Yet, when I walked out of the movie, my heart was racing with … [Continue reading] about on guard