Growth is rarely as straightforward as we might like. Even after learning certain lessons and covering a good amount of ground, we often have to go back to the beginning…
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Truth is often disruptive. It’s not always what we want to face as it can expose many embarrassing and shameful aspects of our story. And while it’s tempting to downplay…
We all desire a place to belong – an inner circle in which we’re fully accepted for who we are. But for many of us loneliness has become our closest…
God has empowered us to make things happen. But our strength is not for our own selfish pursuits or to wield without the discipline of self-control. We must learn to…
Sometimes we miss each other because we’re not dialed into the frequency of each other’s heart. And certainly we can miss ourselves here as well. Dialing in allows us not…
The constant demands of life have a way of wearing us down. And most days we’re completely tapped out. But we’re not mere victims of our circumstances and must cultivate…
We dedicate our lives to many good things. But not all things are created equal and we often live with divided loyalties. We must regularly consider where we pledge our…
Waste is a natural byproduct of living. Certain things are no longer useful and are eliminated. And throughout our life and relationships we must regularly take out the trash in…
Rarely is our intent to cause harm when we sin. Selfishness and pride get the best of us and we engage in sins of immaturity. But even while there’s no evil…
Much of life is lived on autopilot. We move from one thing to the next without much attention to our inner world. But the vitality of our soul depends on…
The mechanics of sex are fairly easy to figure out. Everyday horny teenagers find a way to put body parts together. What’s more difficult and requires more maturity is sexual…
Some people have the right to know our full story, while others earn the privilege. And still others have neither. Our stories are sacred and we must wisely consider who…
For the most part, marital disagreements seem personal to the couple and no one else’s business. While there’s some truth here, our marriage is not just about us. Our marriage…
We understand challenging and difficult seasons are a regular part of life. But there are times in which life still just sucks as we’re faced with tragedies outside our control…
We don’t always like the hand we’ve been dealt and would prefer different choices. But not liking choices is not the same as being stuck. We must have the courage…
It’s good to pour into others. But we must also learn to receive. We block our growth into maturity when we cannot accept both the affirmations and the challenges offered…
Some efforts are a bust. They simply don’t turn out as we had hoped. But these failures are often best understood as learning opportunities on our path forward. No one…
In marriage, the two become one, but this doesn’t mean they must be tied at the hip. At its best, unity still allows for individual breathing room. And often we…
We’re all haunted with various doubts and insecurities – wondering if we’re enough to receive the love and belonging we deeply desire. And often these fears prompt us to do…
Stress builds as we tackle life’s many demands. And even when there’s joy in our work there still remains a regular desire for release – to let it all go…
There are things worth fighting for and our natural tendency often relies on brute force to bring about change. And while a full-court press is needed at times, we must…
It’s clear God has made a beautiful world for us to enjoy. And this includes human beauty. We are God’s masterpiece – stunning works of art to celebrate. It’s no…
There’s no expectation for us to share everything with everyone. Many parts of our story rightly remain private. But speaking the whole truth requires that we don’t leave significant and…
The path of goodness is often difficult and very lonely. And many times we wonder if our costly obedience is worth it. We know we’re not perfect, but we’ve committed…
Sometimes we drop the ball. Whether intentional or not, we often bring harm to others through our actions and behaviors. And while it’s tempting to just move on, maturity calls…
Everything doesn’t need to be said. Even when something is true, it’s not always helpful. And wisdom reminds us to bite our tongue often and speak only what advances the…