“Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves.” — Philippians 2:3 While studying Philippians, this verse truly pricked my heart. It challenged my previous misunderstanding

Philippians 1:10 – “For I want you to understand what really matters, so that you may live pure and blameless lives until the day of Christ’s return.” NLTColossians 3:2 – “Think about the things of heaven, not the

This is a question I’ve been asking groups I’m speaking to—and, honestly, of myself. What keeps us from prayer?You’ve got ordinary answers like “time.” Of course, if we had more time we’d pray…but

I am intrigued with words. I find language itself fascinating. However, I am not a word connoisseur and can rarely speak a full sentence without searching for the right word. I admire people

“I know your deeds: you are neither cold nor hot. I wish you were either one or the other! So, because you are lukewarm—neither hot nor cold—I am about to spit you out

Do you ever think about your past and how cleverly God used it to bring you to where you are now? This can only be the work of a loving, intentional Father who

“But from everlasting to everlasting the Lord’s love is with those who fear Him, and His righteousness with their children’s children— with those who keep His covenant and remember to obey His precepts”

Have you ever felt trapped or cornered by something you knew God was asking you to do—or not to do? As you pray about your response, you may also feel hemmed in by

“But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you.” — John 14:26

I love plants. Green is my favorite color, and having beautiful plants around inspires me and provokes thoughts of joy, life, and growth. The only problem is … I have a history of