Painfully Beautiful
Pt. 1
April 5, 2020 • Matt Smith
Proper Perspective
June 28, 2020 • Jasmyn Denton
In the aftermath of uncertainty, there is a heightened sense of anxiety. Yet, Paul outlines a way to overcome these anxious thoughts: prayer. Powerful prayer is productive and serves as an act of humility, bringing our needs to God knowing He can handle things we cannot. The peace Jesus has to offer orients our minds to be set on Him, rather than our troubles. When our aim is contentment rather than control, Jesus shows up in astounding ways.
Consider the Source
June 21, 2020 • Matt Smith
In the aftermath of uncertainty, there is a loss of security. Uncertainty can breed insecurity. Insecurity spreads like wildfire into every corner of your thoughts, feelings, beliefs, and actions. Insecurity is a symptom of a misplaced identity. At every turn, the world gives us a label, but even the best labels are unreliable as a means of living and loving like Jesus. Why settle for a label when God is offering an identity?
