Trusting God When You’re Scared
Fear, worry, and anxiety for the Christian is sinful and illogical because we have an omnipotent Father who is willing and able to strongly support us when we put our confidence in him.
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Why Me?
“Why me?” That’s a question we usually mutter in bad times, but it’s actually a great question to ask when things go well. Of course the theological answer is easy and concise – namely, God’s grace. But beyond that, asking “why me?” when you are blessed may have practical and more specific answers that are worth discovering. In the Old Testament the question was asked
When In Doubt
Though painful circumstances and personal opposition may tempt us to doubt God’s care, we must recall his promises and his faithfulness and choose to live confidently as we rest in his good plan for his kids.
God's Good Plan
We must remember and wholeheartedly affirm God’s good management of all things in history, in life, and the future, confident that all things work together for good.
I Can’t Lord, It Would be Too Painful
It is easy to fool ourselves (and others) with the words we use to express our loyalty to Christ, what matters is possessing a faith that expresses itself by a willingness to follow him despite the costs.
Deafening Trials
We need a wholehearted reliance on all the promises of Christ, knowing that past experiences won’t be enough when trials come to test our faith.
God’s Presence and Help When You Hurt
When times get tough Christians need to rely on the unchangeable realities that are guaranteed to us because of the grace provided to us in Christ.
Elizabeth: God's Unexpected Hero
God often prepares us to be useful through various trials which we must preserve with hope and resolve to parlay all he brings our way for the promotion of Christ.
Following the Good Shepherd
God’s promise of provision and his track record of care in our lives ought to be ample cause for us to confidently trust him no matter how difficult or painful life might be.
Looking for the Good When Things Go Bad
Life can be tough sometimes, but we trust in a God who is not ignorant of our suffering. Pastor Mike explores one response when life gets tough.
Trusting God When Your Back's Against the Wall
When problems, pressures or people are pitted against you and they threaten to do you harm, make sure you’re right with God, focus on him and leave your opponents for him to deal with.
Rethinking Marriage as a Divine Test
Marriage is not easy being made up of two fallen and sinful individuals, but God is ready to assist us in utilizing the difficulties of marriage as catalysts of spiritual growth.
A Real “Merry” Christmas
God is able to grant us true peace and real joy regardless of our circumstances as long as we are faithful to choose to trust his love and cast our anxieties on him!
Trusting God in a Stinky Field
Because of our relationship with God (and each other) we can wisely & productively navigate any difficult station in life.
Seeing God’s Good Plan in the Painful Seasons of Life
We can face the future with confidence and joy knowing that God`s difficult appointments only confirm our faith, and earn for us a better place in our future home.
Dark Days – Part 1
When tough times hit remember that as a part of God’s family he’ll help you establish what is right as you entrust yourself to him!