I know from a human viewpoint I often don’t measure up to others, and it’s impossible for me to reach God’s perfect standards. These thoughts assail me at times: “I’ll never achieve what she’s accomplished; God must like her more than me. She’s so competent and productive.” “She’s more loving, wise, and obedient than I… Continue reading Seeking Perfect Love
For a long time, my view of God and His love was skewed. If you’d asked, I probably would’ve provided an accurate description. I would’ve talked about how merciful and gentle He was, how faithful He was to remain beside us, and how He’d stop at nothing, even His own death, to draw us close.… Continue reading When We Can’t Feel God’s Love
Jesus should’ve given up on me long ago. I gave up on myself, especially during my teen years, when I spent more time drunk than sober, and filled with enough anger to emotionally combust. But each day, God pursued me and lovingly drew me until, eventually, His gentle and persistent love soothed my inner angst… Continue reading The Unshakable Security of Christ’s Love
My eyes popped open. Did anyone else hear that? To my relief, all heads were still bowed in prayer. Good thing—then no one would notice the tears that gently slid down my face as I struggled to keep it together. My heart pounded. God had just spoken to me for the first time. I’d experienced… Continue reading Listening for God
While growing up, I was the awkward, frizzy haired kid from Podunk, Oregon. The one who came to school with a big, old feather dangling from my hair, my favorite pair of Velcro shoes on my feet, and clothes that immediately caused a stir—but not in a good way. I had no sense of style,… Continue reading When Others Reject Us
