We have always loved Jesus Calling. Its daily readings have a way of meeting us exactly where we are, reminding us that we are loved, that we are never alone, and that we can trust Jesus with whatever we are carrying. Over the years, particular readings have spoken directly to our circumstances—a difficult decision, a season of uncertainty, a relationship needing grace, or a fear we couldn’t shake. Again and again, the message has felt like a gentle reminder from Jesus: Look

For much of modern history, scientists believed the adult brain was essentially fixed. The prevailing assumption was that once we reached adulthood, the structure and function of our brains were largely set. We could learn new information, gain new skills, and collect new experiences, but the brain itself was not expected to significantly change. If someone struggled with anxiety, ADHD, depression, trauma, sleep difficulties, or emotional regulation, the belief was often that

The ancient wisdom of the Serenity Prayer offers a profoundly simple framework for healing: God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change,the courage to change the things I can,and the wisdom to know the difference. At first glance, it reads like a short prayer for peace. But when lived deeply, it becomes a way of ordering the soul. It calls us to humility, discernment, and surrender—three movements that mirror Jesus’ teaching in Gospel of Matthew when he sa

Most people come to counseling because something has broken open in their lives. A marriage is strained. Anxiety is overwhelming. A hidden addiction comes to the surfact and wreaks havoc in your life. Sometimes it is not even a crisis—just a quiet realization that something inside is not right. Life is working on the outside, but the the mental gymnastics are active and peace seems scarce.

Bold Love: When Love Refuses to Be “Nice” and Chooses to Be True Dan Allender and Tremper Longman’s Bold Love is not a book for people who want love to feel comfortable. It is a book for people who want love to be real. From the opening pages, the authors dismantle one of the most damaging assumptions in modern relationships: that love is synonymous with being nice. In their telling, niceness is often the enemy of love. Niceness is what embodies many Christians live by when

For this third part of our 5 part series on mental and spiritual health, let’s talk about rest! We live in a culture that celebrates...

Emotions are some of God’s most misunderstood gifts. For many, feelings seem like dangerous waters—either ignored as untrustworthy or...

Our world is loud! Not just in the obvious ways—traffic, phones buzzing, TVs always on—but in a deeper, relentless hum of information and...

Recovery groups use inventory as a crucial part of the healing journey — a process of looking honestly at our past and present to...

We wanted to write an article today that will be helpful in your journey towards healing. We often hear of people letting in the world's...

A book we often recommend and sell on our Resources List is entitled "Fun Loving You" by Ted Cunningham. The book is a great reminder of...

Marriage is a sacred covenant designed to reflect God’s love, grace, and intimacy. Yet, it is often marked by struggles, wounds, and...

We've always said in our family: "We are for each other." We are for our kids, as much as we love them all differently with their...

Conflict is an inevitable part of life—whether in our relationships, workplaces, or even within our church communities. If you don't...

Anger is a powerful emotion, often misunderstood and mishandled. In Chapter 4 of Good and Angry , David Powlison asks the crucial...

We have had a men’s group at our office for the last 2 years. This group serves as a fostering of community of men who may be taking...

In February 2009, on our back patio, my wife and I were praying and reflecting on my life. As I contemplated major changes, we both felt...

As we shift our focus from Father's Day, we pause today to reflect on God's design for women. In a world filled with shifting values...

Marriage is an ultimate act of love, a union where two souls become one. But as we know from walking with many, marriage is also a...

As May unfolds, we all know it can bring a whirlwind of chaos for moms and dads and the even entire family. From end-of-school-year...