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Why Letting Go and Letting God Take Control is Difficult (and How to Start Today)
I sat strapped into a plastic seat. In front of me was nothing but air. The view of the Smoky Mountains dressed in autumn finery would’ve been an enjoyable one if I wasn’t…
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Three Biblical Truths for When You Face the Storms of Fear, Anxiety, or Failure
One sunny summer afternoon, I watched my kids running around the backyard. On an ordinary day, I felt content. I lit up my phone to sort through a few emails while I had…
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The Power of Staying Present in the Presence of God
See if this scenario sounds familiar. Most nights before bed I follow a routine of journaling, drinking tea, and preparing for the morning. I read a few pages of my current novel and…
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Coping With a Vulnerability Hangover: Help for the Christian
Have you ever found yourself in the midst of a vulnerability hangover? If you’re human, my guess is yes. But maybe you didn’t have words to label what you felt. One website defines…
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The Thing About Fear
God delivered me an “aha!” moment this week. I’m still wrestling with it, so excuse any incoherence as I write and process these thoughts. I’ve been struggling with fear this past year more…
