It’s no secret that there are many people who regularly feel lonely and isolated, disconnected from friends and even family. Even in Old Testament times, people felt afraid and vulnerable, and God reassured them of His presence and support. Isaiah 41:10 (NIV) tells us that He encouraged them: “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”  In Matthew 28:20 (NIV), J

The first challenge in moving forward is understanding that discomfort is often a calling card for change. Although it can be frustrating, the best choice we can make is to allow that frustration to nudge us toward something greater.

A wonderful young believer who is deeply committed to pleasing God was feeling a little down about his life. Despite his desire to honor our Heavenly Father, he was finding it challenging to shake the feeling that his life lacked significance. He had a rough childhood, and as an adult, he’s worked tirelessly just to keep his bills paid and maintain his independence. With so much focus on survival, he couldn’t shake the thought that maybe he wasn’t fulfilling his purpose. “It’

Life requires strategies, and there are many people who claim to be experts at these, but none of them can prepare us to navigate some of the tricks and plots of the evil one.