Paul had a gospel-centered perspective on personal suffering. In 2 Corinthians 12, we learn that the Lord gave Paul a thorn in the flesh. Though we are unsure what his “thorn” was, Christians generally agree that it was a physical debilitation. I have written on… Continue Reading …

God provides ordinary disappointments for us to live out our faith while taking those everyday moments to do extraordinary things. Do you believe the Lord can make your regular life and typical troubles, and do extraordinary things? Listen to the podcast Our podcasts are on… Continue Reading …

Seeking a king of your unique choosing is rejecting God—a decision that always leads to slavery. There is no other being that you can submit yourself to that will make you happy, even if that “supreme being” is you. Listen to the podcast Our podcasts… Continue Reading …

The progression from pain to purpose begins with God-centered thinking that elevates God over the suffering, which is the opposite of a problem-centered worldview. This perspective is the sufferer’s greatest challenge. Listen to the podcast You may want to read: When Obedience Collides With Your… Continue Reading …

Who or what is the animating center of your home? Whoever or whatever you center your life and family on is the functional and controlling entity of your life and family. Listen to the podcast You may want to read: The Power Of the Critical… Continue Reading …

Jesus was clear when He said that you must follow Him if you want to walk in the light. The opposite is also accurate: if you do not follow Him, the only option is dark. Every relational construct has followers and leaders, which begs the… Continue Reading …