Challenges are part of human experiences; struggles and social standing or poverty do not restrict or prevent challenges. The same calamities that invade the homeless shelter invade the palace. So how do we respond in the face of challenges? Andre Crouch wrote a song years ago that talks about purpose in the challenge. He said, … Continue reading Purpose in the Challenges of Life!
Tag: Struggle
Be Encouraged!
What do we do when we find ourselves in a difficult situation? What happens when the circumstances in our lives make us feel that all hope is gone? Sometimes, it feels that life is difficult, and we have no hope for the future. There is a conflict in our hearts because we love the Lord, … Continue reading Be Encouraged!
Confidence for Tough Times
Life can be difficult at times. It seems that no matter how hard we try, difficulties seem to invade our lives. What do we do when the life we knew ended and our lives are filled with turmoil? That is a question that has stumped many; we have no idea how to navigate those difficult … Continue reading Confidence for Tough Times
Success in the Struggle
This week, we focused on the words out of our mouths. This is definitely one of the biggest challenges in life. It takes every ounce of self control to hold your tongue when you really want to let loose on someone who crossed your path. Sometimes, we have good intentions but they get lost along … Continue reading Success in the Struggle
Turn it Over
I was looking over an old journal today and I saw 1 Peter 5:7. I use the Women's Journal in the Bookstore during my private devotions and every now and then I will browse through an old journal. This particular entry was made in August of 2021. Many of us are used to reading, “casting … Continue reading Turn it Over
Freedom in Christ
In every heart and life there is a desire for freedom. Some people are struggling to gain political freedom because they have been under the control of another group for too long. History tells the struggles and triumph of people who were successful against their oppressors. Is political freedom the only freedom that is needed … Continue reading Freedom in Christ
The Battle Within
In life, people live with the idea that they are good upstanding citizens in the community at large and in our community of faith. People look and praise them for their acts of kindness and the compassion they show to others. But, in the heart, there is a battle; there are the things that others cannot … Continue reading The Battle Within