Bible Study
A look into various Bible passages with an eye for the surrendered life.
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On Being Whole
I posited in a soon-to-be-released book that Jesus longs to make us whole. The Bible doesn't explicitly talk about us being made whole, so here's my take on the idea...
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The Sanctuary of Psalm 114
When Psalm 114 speaks of Israel as a sanctuary, maybe it's speaking of me and the church as sanctuaries, as well. What does that look like?
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The Power of Thoughts and Words
Defeating anxiety depends on controlling our thought life. 1 Thessalonians 5 gives us some concrete ways to do that: rejoice, pray, and give thanks. Why isn't it that easy?
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Do You Want to get Well?
Jesus asks a lame man at a pool if he wants to get well. Turns out being healed can have unexpected consequences. If Jesus asks you if you want to get well, get ready for big changes not only in who you are but also in what Jesus means for you to do in the Kingdom.
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Hidden in God’s house
In Psalm 27 David faces enemies with confidence because he is safe within God's home. What does this mean, and how can we have the same confidence with our enemies?
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Seeking God’s Strength
When I saw the verse from 1 Chronicles on my phone--Search for the Lord and his strength--I froze, knowing this meant something to me right now. This is my search for that meaning...
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Visiting the Ruins: Psalm 74
Psam 74 is a lament over the destruction of the temple and a call for God to defend his people. It also gives us words to use when we feel God is far and has forgotten us.
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The Benefits of Being Thankful
The benefits of being thankful are many and varied, affecting our health, mind, and soul. Why is it hard to be thankful? What can I do to cultivate an attitude of thankfulness and gratitude?
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The Heart Set on Pilgrimage
In Psalm 84 David talks about the joy of God's house and having a heart set on a pilgrimage to see it. Take a look at this powerful imagery of life as a journey toward God.
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Christian Self Care part one: Lessons from under a Broom Tree
Christian self care isn't everyone's favorite idea, but looking at God's tender care for Elijah under the broom tree in Kings, we see just how much our well-being matters to God.
