How the Spirit providentially encourages us when we’re burdened - As you look back on times of affliction, do you remember being suddenly, inexplicably encouraged to persevere? This is what the Holy Spirit does in our lives. Sometimes he does… [...]
Why does God often wait until the last minute to providentially help us? - "Providence is just a convenient way to explain coincidences," comes the criticism. Granted, sometimes a provision that comes through at the last minute can indeed seem like a fortuitous coincidence.… [...]
When God’s providential ways surprise us - Why does God sometimes act with visible flourish, yet remain quiet most of the time? Why does he perform miracles for some people, but not others? Are there Scriptures and… [...]
Turning weakness into power - When was the last time you felt weak? If you're like most of us, it's a daily affair. Whether we're tired from work, beaten up by conflict, not feeling well,… [...]
Reaching for deeper humility - I've been sorely embarrassed often in my career. When I was young, I habitually used an acronym that I thought I'd invented. I was appalled when a client pointed out… [...]
5 questions for a leader’s spiritual self-assessment - Second Peter 1:5-7 contains several important areas that should be developing in the life of a believer. Reading this passage recently made me take stock of my own life and… [...]
Journal entry: The glorious night that wrecked me - Two nights ago, I couldn't fall asleep. This usually worries me, but somehow this time I settled into God, trusting him. Surprisingly, this trust went beyond knowing he would take… [...]
Living in complete reliance on God - Have you ever had to rely on God because you had no other options, and he was all you had left? It's a scary place to be. The times I've… [...]
Afflictions that help us relax in God - I recently had coffee with a friend who asked a question I can't stop thinking about: Do you think God allows affliction into our lives to teach us how to… [...]
What’s next? The divine domino effect - In the summer of 2001, I embarked on my first-ever short-term mission trip. We went to Cuba, where my faith was stretched. God's character and his ways overwhelmed me. A… [...]
