When The Desires Of My Heart Are Out of Reach

When I’m longing for something, I’m comforted that God knows every want, every wish lodged deep in my soul When the desires of my heart remain out of reach, I pray the words of the psalmist. Lord, you have heard the desire of the humble; you will strengthen their...

When the Weeds of “More” Choke Out Contentment

The intersection of a biblical story and the some unruly weeds taught me a lesson about contentment. The weeds in my garden are staging a coup. They are threatening to take over the flowers that are trying to bloom. I need to spend a little time pulling the unwanted...

3 Positive Side-Effects of Giving Up Grumbling

Grumbling seems to be a national pastime. We moan when the weather is lousy. We complain about traffic. We gripe about disappointments. Why do we do this? Maybe it’s because complaining garners sympathy. Maybe it’s because it feels good to get something off your...

When You’re Feeling Unsettled, Dissastified

I often live unsettled, dissatisfied. But sometimes this can be a good thing. This month I’m reading through the gospel of Mark. I’m slowly digesting one chapter a day. I’m allowing God’s words to unsettle my soul enough to draw me closer to Him and receive His grace....

If You’re Struggling with Emptiness, Learn How to Live Filled

Do you feel empty? This old story may help you to live filled. Once a professor went to visit an old monk famous for his wisdom. The monk graciously welcomed him in and offered him a seat. As soon as the professor sat down, he sat down and began to tell the monk all...