"But the LORD hurled a great wind upon the sea, and there was a mighty tempest on the sea, so that the ship threatened to break up." - Jonah 1:4    When God calls you to something, it’s tempting to let fear hold you back. Maybe the task seems too big, too risky, or too far outside your comfort zone. You might be tempted to run, to avoid the calling, or even convince yourself that it’s not really f...  Read More

"And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose." - Romans 8:28    We’ve been talking a lot about pursuing the dreams and purposes God has placed in your heart. For some, that idea is exciting. It sparks a sense of hope and motivation for what God can do through them.  But for others, it might bring a sense of guilt or f...  Read More

"They saw him from afar, and before he came near to them they conspired against him to kill him. They said to one another, ‘Here comes this dreamer.’" - Genesis 37:18-19   When God makes your dreams clear and calls you to a specific purpose, it’s natural to feel excited and motivated. You might assume everyone around you will share that excitement and cheer you on. But as the story of Joseph and h...  Read More

"And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus." - Philippians 4:19    When God calls you to His purpose, it’s easy to imagine the journey will be smooth, filled with success after success. But the reality is, no matter who you are or what God has called you to do, you will run into problems. There will be conflicts, challenges, and obstacles that seem...  Read More

"Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path." - Psalm 119:105    Have you ever found yourself waiting for God to do something before you take that first step? Maybe you’re waiting for a sign, a clear path, or some guarantee that everything will work out. You think, "If God just shows me the way, then I’ll move." But that’s not how it usually works. God doesn’t move until you take that f...  Read More

"For what does it profit a man to gain the whole world and forfeit his soul?" - Mark 8:36    We all want to feel fulfilled, to find that sense of satisfaction and purpose in our lives. But far too often, we look for fulfillment in all the wrong places. We chase after worldly things; money, success, relationships, possessions. We think that these will fill the void in our hearts.  Why do we do this...  Read More