by Nate Stevens | Nov 17, 2016 | Encouragement
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. (Psalm 34:18, NIV) Through feelings of insignificance, abandonment, or rejection, remember God sees where you are and throws no one away. Sadly, some “friends” recently...
by Nate Stevens | Feb 12, 2015 | Relationships
“There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear (loving fearlessly), because fear involves torment. But he who fears has not been made perfect in love” [1 John 4:18 / NKJV, parenthesis added]. Each year around Valentine’s Day, we focus on love and being...
by Nate Stevens | Sep 18, 2014 | Parenting
Today’s cultural norms force an incredible amount of peer pressure on children and teenagers. From fashion trends to body piercing and tattoos to the latest techno-gadgets, there is a constant push to “fit in” with everyone else and with what everyone else is doing....
by Nate Stevens | Aug 10, 2014 | Encouragement
“Jesus, wake up! An unexpected storm just blindsided me!” The disciples were frantic as the unexpected, life-threatening storm blew in. And when they turned to Jesus, he was fast asleep – seemingly unconcerned with their fate. But the Master and...
by Nate Stevens | Mar 14, 2011 | Encouragement
And looking intently at the council, Paul said, “Brothers, I have lived my life before God in all good conscience up to this day.” (Acts 23:1, ESV) As ambassadors of Christ, we have the power and liberty to be bold in our witness, courageous in our love, and...
