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Hidden grace FaithGraceInfertilityShadow

Hidden grace

We’re blessed in countless ways every day. And while many times we’re conscious and aware…

Dr. Corey CarlisleMarch 11, 2023

Poison apples CallingDiscernmentWisdom

Poison apples

Looks can be deceiving. Just because something looks and seems to be just right for…

Dr. Corey CarlisleMarch 10, 2023

Relational awareness AwarenessConnectionMaturity

Relational awareness

We’re built to accomplish many great things in life. And it’s easy to dedicate our…

Dr. Corey CarlisleMarch 9, 2023

Gifts and burdens CallingGiftsResponsibility

Gifts and burdens

We’ve each been given a gift for doing certain things well – allowing us each…

Dr. Corey CarlisleMarch 8, 2023

Take the hit AngerDiscernmentMercy

Take the hit

No one likes being disrespected or put down. And our natural response is to defend…

Dr. Corey CarlisleMarch 7, 2023

Internal advisory board AwarenessDiscernmentLeadership

Internal advisory board

God has given us many emotions to help us make sense and navigate the ups…

Dr. Corey CarlisleMarch 6, 2023

Here and now AwarenessConnectionSpiritual Formation

Here and now

Our attention is pulled in countless different directions every day, if not moment-by-moment. We might…

Dr. Corey CarlisleMarch 5, 2023

The ministry of beauty BeautySoul CareSpiritual Formation

The ministry of beauty

Our souls are often depleted with the daily demands and stresses of life. And we…

Dr. Corey CarlisleMarch 4, 2023

Sexual esteem DignitySexualityStewardship

Sexual esteem

How we feel about ourselves sexually shapes how we show up and our ability to…

Dr. Corey CarlisleMarch 3, 2023

Accidents happen ForgivenessHumilityShame

Accidents happen

Mistakes happen even with the best of intentions. And naturally we feel bad when this…

Dr. Corey CarlisleMarch 2, 2023

Be unshakeable CharacterMasculinityStrength

Be unshakeable

Emotions provide many helpful clues to the state of our inner life and the world…

Dr. Corey CarlisleMarch 1, 2023

An irreplaceable soul DiscernmentSoulTrue Self

An irreplaceable soul

The human soul is deep and mysterious, transcendent, personal, and distinct. It expresses the very…

Dr. Corey CarlisleFebruary 28, 2023

Aroma of Christ FaithLifeSpiritual Formation

Aroma of Christ

Our sense of smell is powerful. The smell of coffee brewing in the morning, fresh…

Dr. Corey CarlisleFebruary 27, 2023

Groaning and waiting EnduranceHopePatienceSuffering

Groaning and waiting

We’re destined for an indescribable glory our souls know all too well. But our daily…

Dr. Corey CarlisleFebruary 26, 2023

Sexual crucible SexualitySpiritual FormationTransformation

Sexual crucible

God is committed to transforming us to be more like Christ, and he often provides…

Dr. Corey CarlisleFebruary 25, 2023

Faulty assumptions AwarenessDiscernmentInterpretations

Faulty assumptions

Life is complex with potential danger at every turn. As such, it’s wise to think…

Dr. Corey CarlisleFebruary 24, 2023

Noble suffering LoveSacrificeSuffering

Noble suffering

Some sacrifices are freely chosen. We’re not tricked or misguided, but rather submit with our…

Dr. Corey CarlisleFebruary 23, 2023

No matter what AlliesCommitmentLoyalty

No matter what

It’s easy to stick by someone when things are good. But the test of true…

Dr. Corey CarlisleFebruary 22, 2023

Commingling of souls AwarenessConnectionMusings

Commingling of souls

In marriage, the two become one, and this is more than merely joining our bodies…

Dr. Corey CarlisleFebruary 21, 2023

Benevolent detachment DiscernmentMove AwayRest

Benevolent detachment

Life in this world is filled with many heavy concerns, and it’s easy for our…

Dr. Corey CarlisleFebruary 20, 2023

Empowered for greatness FaithLarger StoryPower

Empowered for greatness

We’ve been given the dignity to rule and reign with Christ. And we can move…

Dr. Corey CarlisleFebruary 19, 2023

Seasonal relationships ChangeDiscernmentFriendship

Seasonal relationships

Some relationships are just for a season, while others are meant for a lifetime. And…

Dr. Corey CarlisleFebruary 18, 2023

The road less traveled DiscernmentFaithSpiritual Formation

The road less traveled

We have the responsibility to direct the course of our life – not to merely…

Dr. Corey CarlisleFebruary 17, 2023

Lonely roads ConnectionDesireSpiritual Formation

Lonely roads

We were created for relational union with others, and it is true it’s not good…

Dr. Corey CarlisleFebruary 16, 2023

Dealing with the back end AcceptanceAwarenessLife

Dealing with the back end

Things often look good at first when we’re caught up in the excitement of something…

Dr. Corey CarlisleFebruary 15, 2023

Longing for romance HeartLoveRomance

Longing for romance

Many aspects of life are dry, mundane, and lonely. And romance brings a spark of…

Dr. Corey CarlisleFebruary 14, 2023

False Edens DesireDiscernmentSpiritual Formation

False Edens

The perfection of Eden is imprinted deep in our souls. And we naturally long to…

Dr. Corey CarlisleFebruary 12, 2023

Personal relationships IntimacyPresenceTrue Self

Personal relationships

The human soul is deep and complex and everyone brings out a different side of…

Dr. Corey CarlisleFebruary 11, 2023

Sexual discipline DiscipleshipMaturitySexuality

Sexual discipline

Discipline allows us to cultivate many good things throughout our life and relationships. Rather than…

Dr. Corey CarlisleFebruary 10, 2023

Grief is love GriefLoveSorrow

Grief is love

To love is to invite heartache and grief into our lives. While love never fails,…

Dr. Corey CarlisleFebruary 9, 2023