Comparison and Our Value (A Study in Ecclesiastes)
Comparison sneaks into my life when I least expect it. I want to know, “Am I OK? Am I cool…
Category: Get Wise
Searching for Happiness, or Joy That Comes From God
Happiness is not a bad thing, but it can be misleading. We can see how seeking happiness, rather than joy,…
Walking in the Light
John begins with, “God is light.” “Light” captures the very nature of God, that he is full of glory, that…
Pray First, Plan Second
It was Jesus’ habit to pray first and plan second. That approach led him to preach, to lead, and to…
What You Feed Your Heart Will Feed Others
When it comes to physical health, what you eat makes a big difference. A poor diet can lead to health…
Does Fruitfulness = Exhaustion?
So what does the call for fruitfulness mean for my tired heart? Does God call me to exhaustion and disarray…
Four Things You’ve Taught Me About Love, Olivia
I’m thinking about you Olivia. You weren’t supposed to be here. The doctors told us you would not live long…
How to Pray: Everything Gives Rise to Prayer (1 Thessalonians 5:16-17)
I love the idea of praying all the time. It sounds awesome, and I was always on board intellectually. But…
Editor’s Pick: Top Posts of 2015
Every year, I sit down to write a round-up post summarizing the top pieces from our year here at Trochia…
At the Heart of Trochia’s Mission: A Level Path
The writer of Hebrews uses a metaphor for life in verse 12:13, by speaking as a coach to his running…
The Epic Story of the Bible: Part 9, History is God’s Story
The Bible is our story. The Bible gives us hope and confidence because it reminds us of how great God…
The Epic Story of the Bible, Part 8: King David
In David’s story we see that he was great when he was good and became cruel when he focused on…