Should You Really “Follow Your Heart”?

This post is part of a series exploring popular Christian sayings, examining them through the lens of Scripture to uncover truth and encourage Biblical thinking. “Follow your heart.” It’s the rallying cry of Disney princesses, Hallmark card writers, and motivational speakers everywhere. It sounds so empowering, doesn’t it? It assures us that the heart knowsContinue reading “Should You Really “Follow Your Heart”?”

Grow in God’s Grace: Spiritual Goals for the New Year

Ah, the New Year—a fresh start, a blank page in the journal of life, and the perfect time to buy a planner you’ll stop using by March. (No judgment here; my 2023 planner is now a glorified grocery list.) But instead of chasing fleeting resolutions, let’s prioritize what matters most: spiritual goals rooted in scripture.Continue reading “Grow in God’s Grace: Spiritual Goals for the New Year”

Is God About to do Something Big?

This post is part of a series exploring popular Christian sayings, examining them through the lens of Scripture to uncover Truth and encourage Biblical thinking. If you’ve been part of Christian circles for any length of time, you’ve probably heard this phrase: If the devil has been attacking you lately, it means God is aboutContinue reading “Is God About to do Something Big?”

The Danger of Personalizing Scripture: It’s Not About Us, It’s About God

Years ago, when I was in a college church group, one of the leaders encouraged us to personalize scripture by inserting our names into the verses. The idea was that this would make the Bible feel more relevant, helping us embrace the message. I loved it – I even printed out a verse with myContinue reading “The Danger of Personalizing Scripture: It’s Not About Us, It’s About God”

Set My Hope on Jesus

You know that feeling when you misplace your phone? Panic sets in, right? You start checking every nook, retracing your steps, and thinking, “I hope I didn’t leave it in the fridge again.” (Don’t worry, we’ve all been there.) The hope we feel in those moments is filled with doubt – maybe we’ll find it,Continue reading “Set My Hope on Jesus”