Three Simple Rules for Letting Actions Speak Louder Than Words

Three simple principles can clarify some of the hardest questions in interpersonal relationships: What does real love look like? How is trust actually built? What makes an apology believable? Scripture gives practical answers. Love is demonstrated by action, trust is built through faithfulness, and repentance is demonstrated by change. Words matter, but words alone are cheap. Over time, costly actions reveal whether love is genuine, trust is deserved, and repentance is real.

Three simple rules can transform relationships: love is demonstrated by action, trust is built through faithfulness, and repentance is demonstrated by change. Words are cheap, but costly actions over time reveal what we truly believe and who we are becoming. Continue ReadingThree Simple Rules for Letting Actions Speak Louder Than Words

10 Simple Ways Christians Can Fight Insomnia

1. Stop doom-scrolling; your pillow cannot compete with infinite content. 2. Skip afternoon caffeine; stimulation can linger into bedtime. 3. Exercise regularly, preferably earlier; tired bodies often sleep better. 4. Keep your bedroom cool, dark, quiet, and boring. 5. Keep consistent bedtime and wake time, even weekends. 6. If awake, leave bed briefly; return when sleepy. 7. Cast tomorrow’s worries on God before bedtime (1 Peter 5:7). 8. Pray through everything and everyone (Philippians 4:6-7). 9. Read Scripture slowly; replace anxious rehearsals with truth. 10. Persistent insomnia deserves medical evaluation; underlying causes may need treatment.

There are few problems quite as frustrating as being exhausted and unable to sleep. The house is quiet, the lights are off, tomorrow is getting closer, and somehow the brain has decided that 2:17 in the morning is the perfect Continue Reading10 Simple Ways Christians Can Fight Insomnia

A Brief History of God’s Progressive Revelation

Progressive revelation shows God making Himself increasingly clear while rebellious mankind rejects His truth, grace, and redemption through Jesus Christ.

Progressive revelation traces how God made Himself and His purposes increasingly clear throughout Scripture. Yet mankind repeatedly rebelled against greater light. From Eden to Christ’s kingdom, God judges sin, graciously preserves believers, and advances His redemptive plan through Jesus Christ. Continue ReadingA Brief History of God’s Progressive Revelation

I tried these six tips for negotiating with God but something else worked better

SIX TIPS FOR NEGOTIATING WITH GOD 1. Do Your Research: Find something God doesn't know. 2. Set the Anchor: Establish reality before God does. 3. Find Your Leverage: Discover something God needs from you. 4. Ask Calibrated Questions: Help God see something He hasn't considered. 5. Trade Concessions: Give God something so He will owe you something. 6. Be Prepared to Walk Away: Remind the Creator that you have other options.

None of these six tips for negotiating with God worked because I forgot God is the creator, savior, sustainer and we are his people, then I remembered that He already loves me and plans the best for me. Continue ReadingI tried these six tips for negotiating with God but something else worked better

When the Problem Fills the Frame: Seeing Life from God’s Perspective

Has one problem ever filled the entire frame of your life? Scripture helps us step back, see our circumstances from God’s perspective, and remember that even painful troubles are never greater than His presence, wisdom, and faithful care.

Has one problem ever filled the entire frame of your life? Scripture helps us step back, see our circumstances from God’s perspective, and remember that even painful troubles are never greater than His presence, wisdom, and faithful care. Continue ReadingWhen the Problem Fills the Frame: Seeing Life from God’s Perspective