The pastor’s wife took the stage and began her input as we all listened intently to her words. She spoke about her relationship with God and the ups and downs she had experienced over the decades. Unlike her, I was still new to faith, eagerly absorbing these new impressions. In the middle of her sermon, […]
Fasting!? Definitely not! That’s totally out of fashion. The only thing that’s trendy nowadays is intermittent fasting. It helps to stay in shape or lose a few pounds. But biblical fasting? That used to seem kind of strange to me. However, in recent years, my perspective has changed significantly. Today, I’m a fan of fasting, […]
A desire in my heart spoke up. I wished for a part-time job, a type that is hard to come by. Only a few hours a week, as my life with small children, a home, and numerous projects was already quite full. Such job opportunities are usually not found on job platforms. “But God can […]
The world tells you to believe in yourself. But in actuality, you should believe that God believes in you. Read what God said to Joshua before taking over the promised land: „Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be […]
What is more, I consider everything a loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them garbage, that I may gain Christ. Philippians 3:8 Paul lived in a trusting relationship with his heavenly Father. This relationship was characterized by a deep […]
Whether you’re single, in a relationship, engaged, married, freshly separated, or navigating through an uncertain phase, here is a prayer for your love life: A prayer for singles Father, thank you for this season of my life. I don’t know where my journey will lead, but you do. Thank you that you are always by […]
Depression, anxiety disorders and similar mental health issues are becoming more and more common in today’s world. Our children are confronted with an overload of information and images that previous generations knew nothing about. Social media and streaming platforms scream for our children’s attention, showing them things that can trigger fear and anxiety. A broken […]
The desire for peace grew louder within me. I longed for a life without screens. Simply being offline and being able to enjoy the quiet. No flashing displays screaming for my attention. How beautiful it would be to have more time for what truly matters. Insights from numerous studies reveal that we spend more time […]
In Christian circles, the book of Ruth is often cited to highlight the relationship between Ruth and Boaz. The story is meant to be an encouragement to singles who are seeking a partner. However, the central theme of the story is not a love story between two individuals, but rather God’s love and faithfulness towards […]
The story of Noomi and Ruth demonstrates how God can bring forth good from much sorrow and paint a colorful artwork from a dark canvas. When Noomi arrived in Moab, she hoped to leave the famine in her own land behind. However, with the death of her husband and two sons, she was confronted with […]