Are you struggling to change a behavior that you know is unhealthy? Maybe this will help. In a blog post last week I wrote about how God can help us manage the stress in our lives. I mentioned how much God loves us and that he sent his son, Jesus, to die for our sins so that … [Read more...]
Find Strength in God When Stressed – 1 Samuel 30:6 – Weekly Faith and Health Scripture
Are you stressed? Unemployed? Lost half of your retirement savings? Grieving the loss of a loved one? Battling a significant health issue? Perhaps you're distressed over something else in your life. The longer one stays stressed, the more likely the body will eventually pay a … [Read more...]
Trust in God During Your Trials & Storms – Weekly Health Devotional: James 1:2
"Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds." This is what James has to say in James 1:2. Whether it be the current challenges you face in your own financial situation or trials in your health status, difficult times are opportunities for … [Read more...]
Have Faith, God is Our Strength in Times of Trouble – Psalm 46
During my quiet time this morning I was led to Psalm 46. "God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble. So we will not fear, even if earthquakes come and the mountains crumble into the sea. Let the oceans roar and foam. Let the mountains tremble as … [Read more...]
Shining a Light & Sharing the Truth in Stressful Times
It's a gorgeous fall day in Charlotte and I've just come back from a 2 mile run. I had my ipod on and was listening to inspirational Christian music. Prior to that run, I had spent several hours reading the Bible and a book about Christian living(Don't Waste Your Life by John … [Read more...]
In Times of Stress Like This
USA Today reported on the physical consequences related to the stress people are under, especially over this last week. An article on September 19th - today as I write this - titled "Money Woes, Other Stresses Bring Unwanted Physical Response" says "As the market melts down, … [Read more...]
