Why prayer isn’t about words

Since praying is a position we take before God, prayer is not about our words, but rather our hearts in relation to Him.

Bethany McIlrath on May 30, 2019

What can separate us from the love of God?

It’s when we feel we’ve reached our lowest point yet, or when death is approaching those we love that we call to mind the words of Romans 8:35-39

Bethany McIlrath on May 29, 2019

For the rainy days

Rain, all at once, can stop us and bring us to repentance while also showing us the love of God and proving His care for us.

Bethany McIlrath on May 29, 2019

How do we help those who are hurting?

The Bible gives us several suggestions for responding to the suffering we witness around us.

Bethany McIlrath on March 26, 2019

The gift of jealousy

His righteous jealousy is provoked by our unrighteous jealousy. The beauty of His jealousy replaces the ugliness of ours.

Bethany McIlrath on January 21, 2016

Conquering

Can you think of a game, a sport, or even a war victory that is owed to force more than strategy? Yet too often we try to overcome by sheer force of will.

Bethany McIlrath on November 25, 2015

When thankfulness isn’t appealing

Does gratitude ever crush you, feeling like an obligation that’s too much to bear?

Bethany McIlrath on November 20, 2015

If you could have a superpower…

Of the superpowers God has given you, what are you using for good?

Bethany McIlrath on October 22, 2015

To the wanna-know-it-alls

Not knowing is something that we have to live with, but also something that many of us despise. God has plenty to say to those of us who really can’t stand not knowing.

Bethany McIlrath on July 30, 2015

Letting joy last

Are you setting joy on the shelf like a trophy or soaking it in as a gift from God?

Bethany McIlrath on June 25, 2015