Facing our fears
We often hear that we need to “face our fears.” I think the first step is to differentiate feelings of fear and anxiety from true threats. A professional surfer has to as... »
Volume 27.05 | May 2026
He sees every sparrow
Whenever I see birds, I’m reminded of how Jesus used sparrows as an illustration of how much God loves us. He said: “Aren't two sparrows sold for only a penny? But your F... »
Overcoming Fear and Worry
Have you ever felt like the burdens, cares, and worries of life are heavier than you can bear? Has the loss of a loved one filled you with sorrow and worry about the futu... »
Learning to trust
I’ve always loved cats and felt that I had a way with them, but I met a challenge with JJ and Felix. They were a gift from my daughter-in-law who had started feeding thei... »
Hand in hand, connected to love
My husband and I like to go for long walks. It has been part of our daily exercise to go outside to enjoy the beauty of nature in all seasons. We often hold hands as we w... »
The power of our thoughts
I remember, when I was a child, watching a movie about Martians that were invading Earth. I was greatly impacted and began to see Martians inside my closet and other plac... »
The victory that overcomes
Jesus told His disciples, “I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the wor... »
Good out of bad
God knows our human weaknesses, personal shortcomings, and His plan for our lives. Nothing is outside of God’s control, and with our cooperation, He can bring good out of... »
Just hold my hand
Twenty years ago, I was in a car accident. Thankfully, it wasn’t too serious, but somehow it left quite a scar on me. I became afraid to travel by car, especially on high... »
Finding peace in an anxious world
A lot is happening in today’s world. From one crisis to the next—wars, natural disasters, and the rise of AI reshaping the job market—the news often leaves us feeling anx... »
Faith for times of uncertainty
Times of uncertainty work to draw you close to Me. During these times, you learn to trust in My power to work in the situation and bring good out of everything you experi... »