Missing a loved one is a very lonely feeling. The only thing to really resolve the ache of loneliness is to actually see the person you’re missing. But many times, it’s not that easy. You may miss your mother who passed away last year, your daughter studying abroad, or your husband on a long…
The Perfect Christmas
Remain in Me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in Me. — John 15:4 At Christmastime, there’s just so much to do: picking out the perfect tree, finding the perfect gifts, hosting the…
God’s Peace for When You Are Anxious About Tomorrow
As you sink into bed tonight, exhausted, are you already thinking about tomorrow’s meetings, next week’s obligations, next month’s deadlines? You’re anxious about tomorrow… and the next day… and the next. Whether you’re a busy mom who’s worried about your child’s future, an overwhelmed college student in the throes of midterms, or a rising executive…
God’s Peace for When You Are Grieving a Lost Relationship
Editor’s Note: If you struggle with sleep in the middle of the night hours, those wee hours that stretch out dark, long, and lonely, and your mind wanders to worries, sadness, confusion, or anxiety, this gem of a book is for you. In this broken world, relationships can get messy. Whether it’s between a parent…
God’s Peace for When You Feel Inundated by Life’s Demands
God, I’m worn out, you pray as the hours tick by. You know your alarm is set to go off in just a few hours, but you haven’t had any sleep. You feel too overwhelmed to relax your shoulders and breathe deeply. You may be facing a personal, heartbreaking crisis right now — and don’t…
Allow Yourself to Rest
Allow Rest Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you. — 1 Peter 5:7 You need to rest, but you keep pressing forward, hoping that somehow, someday you’ll catch up on your sleep. But how long have you been telling yourself you’ll rest, only to find that — months later — you’re…
Feed Your Body with Rest
Feed Your Body with Rest And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of His glory in Christ Jesus. — Philippians 4:19 When you look over the course of your day, are there times for rest? Are there moments you can catch your breath, sit down, and reflect? Or are you…
Home: a Restful Haven
The Homiest Home My people will live in safety, quietly at home. They will be at rest. — Isaiah 32:18 NLT When you picture a homey sort of home, what comes to mind? A crackling fireplace, a warm meal, lots of laughter, and a comfortable bed? Perhaps you picture your grandmother’s home with all its…
More Than Enough
No eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no mind has imagined what God has prepared for those who love Him. —1 Corinthians 2:9 NLT When you were a child and you were handed a bowl of ice cream, you probably didn’t want to stop at just one scoop. Perhaps you even handed it back…