When family, friends, and those you once trusted turn on you, it’s easy to feel utterly abandoned. Lately, a friend of mine has been facing this harsh reality, feeling as if the world is caving in around her. “I can’t trust anyone anymore!” she says. Sadly, this sense of uncertainty is not unique to her. … More Jesus Christ is the Door
When Aliza took her first cooking class, she could hardly contain her excitement. Becoming a chef was a life-long dream, and she had almost started to believe she’d never achieve it. As a teenage mother at 17, with only her mother to depend on for support, Aliza had barely finished high school. She went to … More God’s Love is the Anchor that Holds Us Steady
Building a life with a loving husband and adoring children is a dream many women share. Given the divorce rate in our society, many couples feel blessed if they’ve managed to stay married without being torn apart by hurtful words, emotional pain, or physical abuse. Recently, I spoke with a woman in her late sixties … More Endure or Walk Away
Studies estimate that 70-80% of domestic violence cases go unreported. Many individuals are suffering in silence, never telling anyone about the horrors they’re facing at home. There are several contributing factors to remaining silent about abuse. One of them is the fear of provoking further violence or harm from the abuser. For many, the shame … More God Will Get You Out
In life, we’re often called to wear many hats—parent, friend, coworker, and sometimes, even a soldier. But as Christians, there’s one role we’re all enlisted in: being a soldier in God’s army. Just as a soldier has a mission and purpose, so do we. However, being a soldier for God isn’t about physical combat or … More Be the Soldier God Enlisted You to Be
Imagine starting fresh after a terrible breakup and one of the worse mistakes of your life. You’re determined to leave the past behind and have just moved into new digs. Everything in the apartment is new and fresh. You’ve got new paint, new furniture, and a totally new vibe your new brave self. You’re loving … More Keep the Enemy Out
Most of us know about Lot in the Bible. His record is a pretty eye-opening story. II Peter 2:7-10 (NLT) tells us: “7 But God also rescued Lot out of Sodom because he was a righteous man who was sick of the shameful immorality of the wicked people around him. 8 Yes, Lot was a … More Don’t Let Go of God
Life can sometimes feel like a wild rollercoaster. One minute you’re on top of the world, and the next, you’re holding on for dear life. But in those crazy twists and turns, there’s a rock-solid truth we can cling to: God’s faithfulness is unwavering. In Exodus 23:20 (NLT), He promised His people: “Behold, I send … More God, Don’t Leave Me Now
Life will often put us in situations where tough choices have to be made. These aren’t the kind of decisions we can take lightly. If we rush through them or try to figure them out on our own without serious prayer, we might end up with regrets—or worse, stuck in a season of delay. James … More Focus on God First
Navigating obstacles and overcoming trials is part of the authority we’ve been given through Christ. In Luke 10:19 (NLT), Jesus speaks to his disciples, empowering them to go out and preach the Gospel: “Look, I have given you authority over all the power of the enemy, and you can walk among snakes and scorpions and … More Nothing Will Injure You
Overcoming Domestic Violence 