To love like Jesus
Growth in a season of what you think is solitude is such an interesting process. In the moment it feels like everything is caving in around you and you desperately kick and crawl towards the Light. When the clouds break and Light finally pours in it is transforming. Everything that seemed far away is right... Continue Reading →
We do not control our words once they leave us. They can cause damage whether intended or blind. They can also dance off our lips in praise of truths such as heavenly affirmation, bold encouragements, and sincere forgiveness. Words can be life giving or cut like a thousand swords. Words are powerful. They are an... Continue Reading →
Here’s the thing: I am really good at being selfish. It comes naturally because it is my human nature. Look out for myself, cast others aside, compare myself, try to elevate my social status, etc. It is all so selfish and so disgusting. I read about the Pharisees and project their wicked actions on others... Continue Reading →
There is something about humble servitude that brings me to my knees to beg my God for a passionate fire and unconditional fever to understand the human personality. When my selfish desires and unrequited lusts are forced to the side I have the opportunity to see with unveiled eyes the beauty of the people around... Continue Reading →
The human existence has been struggling and grasping with this concept of God for awhile. Who is this Creator? Is He good? However, once we get to the point of belief and know the Good News why is it still hard for us to devote ourselves to the one who died for us? We are... Continue Reading →
I want to be filled with wonder. With awe. With inspiration. I regretfully decline to continue to pray for money, success, and fame. I count any form of lust in my heart for a high position in the world as a grievous sin. I am inextricably sick with myself. I read a portion of the... Continue Reading →
The lingo of today is destructive. I often hear people say, "I hate myself" "Kill myself" "Society hates me" as a joke. They say it over and over. It becomes a standard. They start to believe the lies they spout for a second of comical relief. The power of the deceit and injustice of their words... Continue Reading →
Elisabeth Hope 