Spiritual Life Archives

Is the Saying ‘It’s Always Darkest Just before the Dawn’ Biblical?

Although 'It''s always darkest just before the dawn" didn’t originate in God’s Word, the meaning behind it does have similarities with Scripture.

Is the Saying ‘It’s Always Darkest Just before the Dawn’ Biblical?

4 Biblical Ways to Say ‘No’ to Workaholism

How do we effectively say no to workaholism? For that, we’ll look to the example of Jesus.

4 Biblical Ways to Say ‘No’ to Workaholism

4 Compelling Ways to Claim God’s Promises in Scripture

God loves making promises and more importantly, God loves fulfilling them. The question, however, is how do you actually go about claiming the...

4 Compelling Ways to Claim God’s Promises in Scripture

Can We Stop Saying ‘We're Good, Thanks' If We're Not?

"I'm good, thanks." When we are asked how we are, and someone genuinely wants to know, we do a disservice when we give rote answers.

Can We Stop Saying ‘We're Good, Thanks' If We're Not?

The 2 Heretical Lies of Social Media

Social media, in short, lies to us. These heretical lies are implicit in the vey nature of social media itself.

The 2 Heretical Lies of Social Media

5 of the Most Overlooked Promises in Scripture

When you turn to the pages of Scripture, you will discover there are lots of promises, thousands of them. Because God is good for his word these...

5 of the Most Overlooked Promises in Scripture

4 Ways I've Seen God's Presence in Pressures of the Pandemic

Never have I felt more grateful for those in my life who I love and who love me. I know the next time we're together, I won't take for granted the...

4 Ways I've Seen God's Presence in Pressures of the Pandemic

7 Sure Signs You’re Actually Maturing in Your Faith

As we grow in the knowledge of God’s ways, we build on the groundwork of our basic faith. This is the foundation from which we move on to a life of...

7 Sure Signs You’re Actually Maturing in Your Faith

Who Was at ‘the First Noel’ and What Does That Mean?

As you consider that first Noel, it's okay to wonder. Most of all, it's good to remember that ultimately God was doing for us what we could not do...

Who Was at ‘the First Noel’ and What Does That Mean?

What Is Toxic Purity Culture and How Can You Heal from It?

Responsibility was placed on women to “maintain purity” at all cost whereas men (and young men) received “get out of jail” cards of sorts. If any...

What Is Toxic Purity Culture and How Can You Heal from It?

4 Profound Lessons from the Wise Men on Seeking Christmas Joy

With all your affluence, family, influence, or traditions, are you still weary of heart this Christmas? Are you caught up in the boxes and bows,...

4 Profound Lessons from the Wise Men on Seeking Christmas Joy

6 Ways You and God Can Build a Life You Love, Together

God wants you to live life to the full! But what does it look like to build a life you love?

6 Ways You and God Can Build a Life You Love, Together

5 Things You Can Do Instead of Complain

When the urge to grumble rises up in you, when the final blow makes you want to explode, or when you’re simply in the dumps and tempted to whine,...

5 Things You Can Do Instead of Complain

When Holidays Feel Hopeless, Give Thanks

Isolation and fear have created mental health crises for many people from the young to the old. The holidays look different this year, and many of...

When Holidays Feel Hopeless, Give Thanks

6 Reasons to Be Thankful for Family This Year

The Thanksgiving season is a time to reflect on those things that are a blessing to our lives. And, this year in particular, I can find many...

6 Reasons to Be Thankful for Family This Year