Our Heavenly Father Gives Good Gifts
No matter how much I may ache for prayers to be answered or circumstances to change, this much is true:…
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How to Encourage, One Adjective at a Time
In 1 Thessalonians 5:14, the Apostle Paul reminds us to “Encourage the timid, help the weak and be patient with…
The Epic Story of the Bible, Part 7: Job
Despite his pain, Job interceded on behalf of his foolish friends, just as Jesus, our Savior, intercedes for us. As…
Honor, Courage and Faith (Take Five)
In today’s Take Five, we’re going to revisit some posts on Trochia that deal with these themes. Whether you are…
Comparing Two Dreamers, from the Old and New Testament
The Bible is filled with stories of real people with real dreams, just like us. RJ Thesman takes a closer…
What is Evidence of the Holy Spirit?
So what is the telling sign of the Holy Spirit’s presence in the life of a Christian? Galatians 5:22-23 tells…
PTSD and God
God is also an authority, as well as a Father. How can I see him in love, while living with…
The Epic Story of the Bible, Part 6: Moses Points to Christ
Moses is a picture of Christ, our redeemer and guide. He also struck a rock that will give water, pointing…
Learning to Be the Church
What difference might it make if instead of planning more church programs, we initiated more projects next door? Jesus challenged…
Of Mice and Sin
Like the little mice running at night in the grass outside our house, my sin is also not very noticeable…
The Epic Story of the Bible, Part 5: Joseph
Joseph’s story is the great love of God on display, “while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us”. (Romans…
Reading the Bible in Context
Most of us have likely encountered questionable teaching within the church. Sometimes, this comes from someone who has lifted a…