• Woman raising hands to sun in sky illustrate discerning and hearing God’s voice

    Hearing Envy: Learning to Discern God’s Voice

    My cat has a great sense of hearing. Often times, he’ll hear things that I can’t. One day, he was sitting on my kitchen counter. I shooed him off the counter, but I noticed that he seemed fascinated by the kitchen…

  • Woman forming heart with her hands illustrate having a heart to hear God

    Father, Help Me to Have a Heart to Hear You

    I love recipes with simple ingredients. I’m often busy at work, and I love being able to make quick and easy meals that don’t require too much fuss. In my walk of faith, I’ve found that hearing from God also requires…

  • Image of three crosses are a reminder that God can redeem my life’s story

    God, Please Redeem My Life’s Story

    Have you ever felt that you did something that couldn’t be forgiven? Or felt that you’ve made so many mistakes that you’re not worthy of another chance? This past week, I thought about these questions as I studied the life of…

  • Tulips, pen, and sticky note saying “fear not I am with you God” on a table illustrate hearing God in season of chaos

    A Whispering God: Hearing God’s Voice in a Season of Chaos

    Have you ever had a time in your walk with God when you’re faith felt as worn as a pair of old dingy socks? I’ve definitely had those seasons in my life. The feeling of being frazzled and stressed to the…

  • Word resilience on pink background to illustrate building a resilient faith

    Dear God, Help Me Build a Resilient Faith

    We may never know why God allows us to go through trials. God may never reveal to us His purpose in allowing us to experience the difficulties we’ve had to face. What He may do is comfort us and offer His…

  • Woman seeking God in prayer for relief from chaos

    God, Please Meet Us in the Chaos with Your Wisdom, Love, and Peace

    Have you ever had a chaotic week that made you feel as if your life is whirling out of control? The car breaks down, an extra work project lands on your desk, and your throat starts tickling with the beginnings of…

  • stack of rocks by body of water as analogy for strengthening faith

    Please Father, Strengthen My Faith

    I used to feel that, when I prayed for certain blessings or situations in my life, God was silent. I would wonder if God was ignoring me or simply didn’t desire to answer those prayers. However, over time, God revealed to…

  • Woman with arms outstretched standing in field at sunrise

    God, Help Me to Find Freedom by the Power of Your Word

    Are you feeling stuck in life? I’ve been there, too. This week, God spoke to me through His word. He encouraged me by reminding me that in His word is the truth and wisdom we need for life. God’s word is…

  • Cross on a hill with sunrise covered by clouds

    The God Who Speaks Encouragement to Our Questions

    Have you ever felt silly for asking a question? I have. I remember asking a question in a graduate level class. While the professor answered my question, I could tell that she thought the answer was obvious. I felt so embarrassed.…

  • Woman praying near trees

    Father, Help Me to Meet You in Authentic Prayer

    Have you ever felt that there were things you couldn’t authentically pray before God? Maybe the things you wanted to say seemed selfish. Maybe it was because you were angry or cranky, and you felt ashamed because you thought those feelings…