Safe and Sound by best-selling author David Powlison guides readers to see the normality of their struggles with themselves, the world around them, and the powers of darkness. Counselors tend to be interested in what they can easily describe: psychological dynamics, social influences, and physiological givens. But how does the uncanny power of darkness fit in…
Spongebob Squarepants has played in our home for close to 20 years. Of all the crazy episodes out there, my husband and son say their favorite is the one where Spongebob rips his pants. It’s comedy gold for those two. But real life? It’s one of those situations you pray never happens in public. So,…
How did we get into April? I am loving the lilacs, lawn mower sounds, and general themes of new life and beginnings. If nothing else happens in April, I was giddy to be over March. That was a tough month full of adversity and challenges. What made things extra hard was that they were not…
Win Spiritual Warfare with Giving Thanks By Ada Brownell Gratitude changes my attitude. Sometimes I forget when I pray, seeking God for specific needs, that I should be thankful first. The Apostle Paul instructed us “in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God” (Philippians 4:6). He precedes…
Yesterday I shared over at Christians Read that years ago I struggled with what I knew was a call on my life. It’s not only come to pass, it’s more specific. I gave advice on how to avoid taking over and failing because we are not equipped. What I didn’t say is how hard I’m struggling….
Don’t forget! Write Integrity is releasing chapters of Unlikely Merger. Here is Chapter Six plus other posts from the authors. Saturday, June 13 Write Integrity Press: Unlikely Merger Chapter Six Marji Laine: Yummy! Carole Towriss: Talon’s Home Madison Alabama *** Hey, Defeated One, Yeah, I know you hate that name. That’s why during my special…