To love like Jesus
There are two simple truths I have held tightly in my fists over these last couple of years. So tight that at times it felt as though my nails were digging into my skin and making my hands bleed. These truths were so gritty for me because they produced a daunting courage and a tireless... Continue Reading →
One of the truths that was a constant encouragement for me during these last few months was that my Jesus makes everything good. When we look through the lens of Christ we see even the dirtiest, toughest situation produce good. Sometimes He gives us little glimpses of the good parts during the hard parts.... Continue Reading →
Let's break the mold of vulnerability. Let's talk about the gritty. The uncomfortable. Our nation needs revival. Our churches need freedom. People need to be loved. I'm tired of normalcy and the complacency it brings in our lives. I'm sick of the sin of doubt and security creeping into the minds of wild revivalists and... 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 →
Why do we face adversity? Some would say that it is simply so that we lean on God. Without trials we would not need a savior. That, however, is to dumb down our relationship to a one way street. We only take what is so freely given when it is convenient for us to do... 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 →
Elisabeth Hope 