The weight of hiding

Pretending to be perfect, or without sin causes us to carry the weight of our shortcomings on our own. Psalm 32 describes how heavy the writer felt when he kept quiet and didn't seek the strength of God and God's people in facing his inadequacies. Are you able to ask for help in facing your issues?

Are you a tree or a weed?

Psalm 1 describes the state of those who trust God as strong trees, able to bear fruit and withstand intense storms. Those who do not trust God are described as easily damaged and without strong roots. Can you find strength in trusting God?

LifeLine

Like the writer of Psalm 107, we all have times when we feel like we are drowning in the negative remarks of others. During these times, Christians can breath the fresh air of encouragement from another world, Heaven itself (Eph 2:6)

It's not a competition?

Psalm 73 describes a personal crisis of faith. The writer feels helpless against those who would take advantage of the weak. Instead of giving up, the writer units with other believers in the sanctuary of God v17. Maybe you can find the same strength the psalmist found by seeking others who share your beliefs.

Is God conspiring for you?

Sometimes it feels like there's a cosmic conspiracy to cause our failures. But in truth, God is conspiring to bring us good. Psalm 136 tells us God is good and demonstrates some of the ways we see God's goodness. Christians are asked to have faith in God's goodness, even when God doesn't seem to be giving us good things. How is God being good to you?

Who are you - Really?

We often define ourselves by our attributes. We say things like I'm a mom, or a businessman or even "big guy." When those attributes are threatened or removed, and we might feel lost and unsettled. Being a Christian means that our sense of self is stable and based on the perfect promises of God. Col 3:3-4

Goodbye is temporary

Although we mourn the loss of our loved ones, Christians believe that the grieving is temporary. We are comforted by believing that one day we will be reunited with our loved ones when we are gathered together to be with Christ. (John 14:1-4)