As we continue this series on the promises of God, we’re beginning with some of the promises that speak directly to the hardest seasons of life. Scripture doesn’t ignore pain, discouragement, or exhaustion. In fact, many of God’s promises are given specifically for those moments when people feel like they’re at their lowest.Several passages throughoutContinue reading “The Promises of God (Part 3): God Is Near When We Are Broken”
Category Archives: Rooted in Grace
Jesus Didn’t Throw Stones
I know Jelly Roll’s story. His past isn’t a secret. Drug dealing. Prison. Mental health battles. Years of brokenness lived out loud. So when I watched him stand on a national stage at the Grammys and boldly give glory to God, I didn’t see a performance. I saw a man on fire for Jesus. IContinue reading “Jesus Didn’t Throw Stones”
Everything the Light Touches: Seeing God’s Truth Beyond our Comfort Zones
Would you rather listen than read? I was sitting quietly, typing Scripture as part of my goal to type out the entire Bible, when I came across Genesis 13:14-15. As I read God’s promise to Abram, something unexpected happened. My mind immediately jumped to The Lion King and that familiar scene where Mufasa tells SimbaContinue reading “Everything the Light Touches: Seeing God’s Truth Beyond our Comfort Zones”