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Sep 2
Why You Keep Fighting What You're Feeling
What do you do when an emotion shows up that you really don’t want to feel? Maybe anxiety hits, and your first thought is, “Not this again.” Maybe you’re angry, sad, disappointed, or overwhelmed and immediately start trying to get yourself out of it. But what if the emotion itsel ... Show More
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Aug 26
How to Sit in Uncertainty Without Spiraling Into “What If”
Uncertainty is hard, especially when your mind believes that thinking through every possible “what if” will keep you safe. You might replay conversations, prepare for things that haven’t happened, or convince yourself that if you can just figure out every possible outcome, you’ll ... Show More
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The Question Every Hurting Christian Eventually Asks
At some point, many Christians find themselves asking a question they never expected to ask: “God, I’ve tried to follow You. I’ve prayed. I’ve made changes. So why does this still hurt so much?” When suffering doesn’t match the life we thought obedience would produce, it can expo ... Show More
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