Have you ever found yourself upset with someone, feeling angry, withdrawn, or even resentful, only to realize that they never agreed to what you expected of them? This week, we’re tackling a hard truth: “Expectations without agreement is a setup…
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Why Telling Someone to “Get Over It” Isn’t Helping (And What to Do Instead)
Get over it! Are these words familiar? It’s a phrase that gets tossed around in conversation when emotions feel too heavy, when someone’s pain becomes uncomfortable to witness, or when the listener simply doesn’t know what else to say. Sometimes,…
Father Abandonment: It’s Not Just About Physical Absence
When people hear the phrase “father abandonment,” most think of a dad who physically left. Maybe he walked out, disappeared, or chose not to be involved. But father abandonment goes deeper than a missing body in the home. Some wounds…
Stillness, Withdrawal, and Hearing God’s Voice
There is something powerful about stepping away from the noise. Stillness and intentional withdrawal are not moments of doing nothing. They are opportunities to quiet the distractions, tune into God’s presence, and reconnect with what truly matters.
How the Water Cycle Mirrors God’s Plan for Our Life
I’m finishing up my doctorate program in Christian Counseling and Psychology, and while studying, the mention of the hydrologic cycle (we learned about it in 3rd grade) got me thinking. As I read how water rises, falls, collects, and evaporates,…
Uncertainty Isn’t the Enemy. Disobedience Is
There’s something we don’t talk about enough: the difference between uncertainty and disobedience. Most people assume they’re being cautious, prayerful, or wise by staying still when things feel unclear. But sometimes, we’re not waiting on God, we’re stalling on Him. There’s a subtle difference between trusting God with our next steps and avoiding obedience because we’re afraid of what those steps might cost us.
