Life in Exile

If you ever wanted to count your blessings in Christ, turn to Proverbs 10 and bask in the wonders of wisdom.

What is it with Christians needing to be joyful in trials? James tells us. It's all about growing our spiritual muscle strength.

Our words matter. They can build up or tear down. What are you doing to tame your tongue?

For Americans serving overseas, love of country can be a loaded proposition. We'll examine what patriotism means for missionaries.

Will memory of you be a blessing or something people want to forget. Ponder with me the words of Psalm 10:7.

Let's look at some lessons we can learn from the book of Judges and Israel's struggles in the Promised Land. Evil may be persistent, but it does not win.

What do we call the opposite of wisdom? Folly. How do we spot her? Proverbs 9 has a description.

Changes in missions can often leave us with regret. Here are some practical steps to move past regret and experience blessings in life and service.

Ponder the final few verses of Proverbs 8 and be thankful for the blessings of finding the wisdom that is Christ Jesus.

We miss so much and remain unprepared for the trials and attacks of life if we refuse to dive deep into God's Word.

The more we learn about wisdom in Proverbs, the more we realize that we can substitute the name of Jesus, because Jesus is wisdom and embodies wisdom.

What do we do when we must give us possessions and homes to move and serve in other locations? We offer our loss to the Lord.

The way of wisdom lies in sharp contrast to that of temptation. We find several elements of wisdom made clear in the eighth chapter of Proverbs.

In an influencer culture, Christians have long been given a special stewardship from God: our lives. How will we use our influence for the glory of God?

God makes it clear in Proverbs 7 the ways of temptation. Being aware helps us avoid its trap and the death it brings.

What do we do when a fellow Christian breaks our trust and causes damage to our relationship? Is there a way forward that honors God?

The parents' role of godly teaching in the life of a child cannot be overstated. It is the light that guides them safely forward in life.

Fragmented stories lead us to forget that we are part of a much larger, more important Grand Narrative. We are all part of the story: God's Story of Redemption and the Returning King.

Knowing what God hates helps us to live by what He loves. Proverbs helps us to see the difference.

When is the last time you asked a missionary how you can pray for them? It's a question worth asking as you love and support them in Kingdom service.

Solomon warns us in Proverbs to beware of those who come to us with crooked speech and distracting body actions. They're up to no good.

A recent critique of the work of C.S. Lewis leads to this post on the certainty of Christ in view of the fallibility of man.

Solomon calls us to look to the ant for some important life lessons.

Can we trust God in our hurt? Is PTSD real for those in ministry? Trauma and spiritual warfare go hand-in-hand and leave scars, but they can also build our faith.

The marriage relationship is a sacred and precious thing; given to us for our joy and delight. Stay faithful and be true to your spouse.