Stop the endless complaints and reach out to God. Instead of griping about the world, shift your focus to what's truly troubling you. Our insecurities drive these complaints, but God is waiting to hear your worries and heal your anxieties. Embrace the invitation to connect with Him personally. Give your worries to God and find true solace.

Life's pursuit of success and wealth can lead to regret when faced with the end. A cautionary tale of a busy, affluent man realizing his family's absence. The call to earnest and disciplined prayer in the face of impending doom urges a deep connection with the divine, fostering meaningful, regret-free moments.

In 1 Peter 4:8, deep love is emphasized as a shield against wrongdoings. Just like snorkeling in shallow waters can lead to injury, shallow love in relationships can cause pain. The message is clear: Demonstrating deep love towards others is crucial for protection from life's scars. Strive to overflow with genuine love daily.

Many struggle to say "I love you" due to fear of rejection. Our lives are filled with rejections, making it challenging to express love. However, imagine a God whose character is pure love, demonstrated through the sacrifice of His Son. He loves us unconditionally, even if we struggle to reciprocate. So, challenge yourself to say "I love you" to Jesus, who will never reject you.

And may the Lord make your love for one another and for all people grow and overflow, just as our love for you overflows. ~ 1 Thessalonians 3:12 (NLT) I was a student worker over the summer at my high school, Fresno Adventist Academy, and was one of the few guys who had his driver’sContinue reading "Slurpee Tsunami"

Accept the way God does things, for who can straighten what he has made crooked? ~ Ecclesiastes 7:13 (NLT) When I was in academy, our coach used to make us run a lap or two around the track to warm us up for PE class. To me, running in a circle around a track wasContinue reading "Shortcutting Through Life"