Letting go of expectations
The topic of expectations has been on my mind again (see also previous post). Inspired by author Paul Young, who wrote “The Shack”, I looked at the connection between expectations and fear....
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How to get out of the brooding trap
There are days when I really know that God loves me. That thrills me and I decide that I will stay in that frame of mind, because that’s when I feel wonderful....
Let off steam
Do you sometimes get so wound up that it’s hard for you to take a deep breath and calm down? There are times when I’m so into the “doing” that I don’t...
Do I shine like the city on a hill?
Have you also wondered how is it that you are called light in the Bible? Do you wonder what shines and how is it shining? “You are like light for the whole...
In balance?
Lately, I have been thinking about the question of balance in my life. The question of how much and which activities and tasks are right for me personally. Should I pursue an...
How do I see God – and how does he see me?
The Bible – God’s Word – has power! Do not lose sight of these things (God’s Words). Keep them deep within your heart, because they are life to those who find them...
Don’t be afraid!
“Don’t be afraid” – that’s what it says 365 times in the Bible. Well, it’s not like God gives us emotions and then forbids them. No, fear is good because it is...
God rejoices!
The Lord your God is with you. He is a hero who saves you. He happily rejoices over you, renews you with his love, and celebrates over you with shouts of joy....
Let your feet be washed!
Have you ever imagined what it would be like if Jesus washed your feet? We read in the Gospel of John 13:4-10: So he got up from the table, removed his outer...
Receiving!
How do you feel about gifts? Do you find it easier to give something or to receive something? Do you like to give gifts or do you prefer to receive gifts that...