In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it's all too easy to get caught up in the worries of tomorrow. Whether you're in the challenging world of real estate, where deals can be uncertain and months without closed transactions can feel like an eternity, or you're grappling with financial instability in an ever-changing... Continue Reading →
Finding Peace In The Storm: A Christian’s Guide To Handling Anxiety
Finding peace in the midst of life's storms can be challenging, but God has given us at least 5 tools we need to help handle our anxiety. They include turning to God in prayer, reading the Bible, seeking fellowship with others, practicing stewardship, and trusting in God's plan. Let's discuss each spiritual discipline in detail.... Continue Reading →
Daily Devotional: From Anxiety To Trusting In The Lord
"Therefore, do not be anxious, saying, What shall we eat? or what shall we drink? or what shall we wear? But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you." -Matthew 6:31 The National Alliance on Mental Illness estimates that over 40 million adults have some... Continue Reading →
Daily Devotional: Do Not Be Anxious But Rejoice In The Lord
The book of Philippians was written by the Apostle Paul while he was first imprisoned in Rome around 61 A.D. The clear theme of his letter focused on encouraging believers to rejoice in the Lord. Ironically, here is Paul in prison, being persecuted for his faith---while exhorting believers to rejoice in the Lord. He exemplifies... Continue Reading →
Poem: Breathing In The Beauty Of God and Nature
Breathe in... Breathe out... Like fall leaves whispering in the breeze. The colorful trees putting us at ease. Holy God, calm down our anxieties. Breathe in... Breathe out... See the golden horizon when the sun and sea meet. Envision ocean waves calmly tickling your feet. Comforting Lord, your grace is marvelously sweet. Breathe in... Breathe... Continue Reading →
Daily Devotional: Do Not Worry Or Be Anxious But Trust In God
“Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, nor about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing? Look at the birds of the air: they neither sow nor reap nor gather... Continue Reading →
Daily Devotional: Cast your Anxiety Upon the Lord
"Cast your cares on the LORD and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken." -Psalm 55:22 Did you know that in the United States, approximately 40 million people suffer from anxiety? That's a little more than the population of California (39.56 million). Obviously, this mental illness is an epidemic in... Continue Reading →
Strategies for Overcoming Fear and Anxiety in an Anxious World
The Bible discusses two types of fear: healthy, God-honoring fear and irrational, cowardly fear. The first type of fear is the fear of the Lord. For instance, the fear of God is the beginning of wisdom (Prov. 9:10), it leads to life and peace (Pro. 19:23), and is a powerful emotion for our good (2... Continue Reading →
Top 10 Greatest Fears of All Time
Fear is a distressing emotion aroused by danger, evil, or pain. It can be triggered by emotional threats from the past, insignificant issues in life, or from imaginary threats, of which 60% will never come true. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, 6.3 million Americans suffer from fear and anxiety. Here are the top 10 most reported fears: 10.... Continue Reading →
Don’t Allow Fear to Choke your Joy in God
"Be anxious in nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, let your requests be known to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all human understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." -Philippians 4:6-7 I have flown on numerous airplanes throughout my lifetime. When I was a... Continue Reading →