God Is Big Enough for the Truth
The last few posts tell the truth plainly, naming the wound, feeling the anger, sorting fact from fear. Before I move into the next part of this series, I want…
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You’re Allowed to Be Angry About What Happened
Somebody told you somewhere along the way that good Christians don’t get angry. That anger means your faith isn’t strong enough, or your forgiveness isn’t real yet. I want to…
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When Grief Changes Your Faith
Grief can change the way you pray. It can change the way you read Scripture. It can change the way you worship, trust, hope, and understand God’s nearness. Loss can…
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Where I Am With God Right Now
Where I Am With God Right Now. Holding faith when it doesn’t feel steady If I’m being honest, my faith doesn’t feel neat right now. It’s not wrapped up in…
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Unique Faith-Based Ways to Nurture Mental and Emotional Wellness
A note from Brandi:This guest post is shared with permission. It reflects the personal experience, research, and perspective of the writer. This post discusses faith-based mental wellness, emotional health, stress…
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Trusting God With What Is Still Tender
Faith and vulnerability Faith invites trusting God with what is still tender. Healing honors vulnerability without rushing strength. Some places in us heal more slowly. Tenderness lingers. Faith does not…
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When Your Faith Was Formed in Trauma
When Your Faith Was Formed in Trauma Untangling fear based spirituality For many people, faith was learned in the middle of chaos. You may have learned to pray harder instead…
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Jesus and the Nervous System
Jesus and the Nervous System Biblical examples of regulation and rest Jesus modeled regulation long before neuroscience named it. He withdrew from crowds. He rested. He slept. He noticed when…
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Faith and Healing After Abuse
Abuse changes everything. It can shake your sense of safety, identity, and even your faith. Sadly, many survivors of domestic violence wrestle with deep questions: “Where was God when this…
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Faith and Depression: Where Hope Meets Help
Depression can make even the brightest days feel dim. It can steal motivation, dull joy, and leave you questioning your purpose. But in the middle of that darkness, there is…
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Breaking Stigma Around Depression
Shame keeps people silent. Fear keeps them hidden. But compassion…compassion breaks chains. Depression is one of the most common mental health struggles in the world, yet so many still suffer…
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How to Show Up for Someone Struggling with Their Mental Health
How to Show Up for Someone Struggling with Their Mental Health When someone you love is struggling, it’s hard to know what to say or even what to do. The…
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7 Verses to Read When You Feel Like Giving Up
Content Note: This post discusses suicide, suicide loss, suicidal thoughts, grief, mental health, emotional pain, or crisis support. Please read with care. If this topic feels activating, it is okay…
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You Can Have Jesus and a Therapist
Content Note: This post discusses suicide, suicide loss, suicidal thoughts, grief, mental health, emotional pain, or crisis support. Please read with care. If this topic feels activating, it is okay…
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Be the Light: 5 Ways to Make a Difference Today
Content Note: This post discusses suicide, suicide loss, suicidal thoughts, grief, mental health, emotional pain, or crisis support. Please read with care. If this topic feels activating, it is okay…
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Yes Christians Can Feel Suicidal
Content Note: This post discusses suicide, suicide loss, suicidal thoughts, grief, mental health, emotional pain, or crisis support. Please read with care. If this topic feels activating, it is okay…
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You’re Not Lazy, You’re Likely Burned Out
You’re Not Lazy, You’re Likely Burned Out There’s a quiet shame that comes with burnout. You’re exhausted, unmotivated, and things you used to enjoy feel like too much. And in…
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Spiritual Disciplines That Center You, Not Shame You
Spiritual Disciplines That Center You, Not Shame You Somewhere along the way, many of us learned that spiritual disciplines were a checklist. Pray more. Read more. Fast more. Serve more….
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When You’ve Been Carrying Too Much for Too Long
When You’ve Been Carrying Too Much for Too Long Maybe you didn’t realize how heavy it was until you finally put it down. The weight of responsibility. The pressure to…
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Scripture for the Stressed-Out Mind
Scripture for the Stressed-Out Mind When your mind spins with what-ifs and worst-case scenarios…And your body tenses and your heart races…When you feel like you should be okay but you’re…