Diving Deeper
When I was a kid, I was always afraid of jumping into the deep end of the pool. The deeper the pool looked, the scarier [...]
When Rejection is Really God’s Protection
I recently joined a life group at a church that I had visited for about three weeks. I figured what better way to meet people [...]
When People Become Projects
If you are a follower of Jesus, you have likely been taught that you are called to join God in helping the hurting and seeing [...]
336 | Navigating Virtual Life Back to Relational Life
On this episode of MercyTalk, we discuss what it looks like to navigate between virtual and relational lives in a way that’s healthy and life-giving [...]
Ways to Support Someone Thinking About Suicide
Do you have someone in your life who is struggling to continue going, who is ready for the pain to end, who sees no way out, or who has openly contemplated [...]
Your Call in the midst of COVID-19
What a weird week. So many people seem to be in a state of shock as they watch the news of COVID-19. Some people I [...]
You Are Loved Beyond Measure
Ah, Valentine’s Day. Do you love it or dread it? The cute greeting cards, dinner reservations, ALL the chocolate (yes, please!), the roses, the romance- [...]
7 Types of People You Cannot Help (Yet)
The teaching 7 Types of People You Cannot Help (Yet) comes from our Outreach resources. If you are interested in learning more about how to [...]
Breaking the Singleness Stereotype
What stereotypes come to mind when you hear the phrase ‘being single’? Lonely? Picky? Incomplete? Prudish? Indecisive? These are just a few of the negative [...]
Is Your Relationship with Jesus One-Sided?
Just like any human relationship, your relationship with Jesus takes time and effort. Think about the closest person in your life. It could be your [...]
7 Ways to Support a Friend or Loved One with Depression
This blog post originally appeared on thehopeline.com. I love my friends and family. I don’t want any of them to struggle, suffer, or [...]
Insecurity
Insecurity is dangerous. I don’t think we understand the destructive power that insecurity has, both for ourselves and for others. When considering the power of [...]