When it comes to faith, many of us fall into the trap of thinking that the Christian life is about trying harder. We tell ourselves that if we just prayed more, gave more, served more, or sinned less, then maybe—just maybe—we’d finally be “enough.” But here’s the truth: The Gospel isn’t about us trying harder. WhatContinue reading “The Gospel Isn’t About Us Trying Harder”
Rest as Resistance
The other day, Terri reminded me that I needed to rest, too. It wasn’t what I wanted to hear, but she was right. It’s good to have a wise wife. In today’s culture, rest feels rebellious. Let’s face it: We live in a world that glorifies hustle. The faster you go, the more you produce,Continue reading “Rest as Resistance”
Being Loving, Kind, and Gentle in Tumultuous Times
We live in an age of noise, conflict, and unrest. 24-hour newsfeeds shout at us incessantly, our neighbors are on edge, and the weight of uncertainty makes even the most grounded heart feel unsettled. In challenging times like ours, how do we live out love, kindness, and gentleness in our daily lives? The truth is,Continue reading “Being Loving, Kind, and Gentle in Tumultuous Times”
