Sometimes I feel so unworthy of a better life, what do I do?
Of all the toxic, faith destroying, self-assassinating emotions, unworthiness is probably the worst. In the parable of the sower we are told that Satan is the first to steal God’s word. The word “Satan” means accuser. From this we understand that “accusation” is our...
I really want a better quality of life, but I was taught that seeking prosperity or success is sin!
The Bible actually teaches that nothing is good or evil within itself. It is the person and their intentions and motives that make anything good or evil. To the pure all things are pure, but to those who are defiled… nothing is pure (Titus 1:15). One person may make a...
How do I overcome lack of hope that comes from past failures?
When trying to overcome past failures we are usually given trite, religious answers that have no applicable value in real life. Every failure has the potential to affect both our self-confidence and our self-worth. Every time we fail we have less confidence to make...
Why do I have moments of believing I can live my dreams and goals and then it seems to slip away?
The Parable of the Sower in Mark 4 is what I call the Heart Physics parable. It gets right to the point about how we can influence our heart. Plus, it lays out the basic reasons we lose inspiration. Understanding this process is the roadmap to writing God’s truth on...
I made the decision to live in life and blessings, yet it never seems to work!
There are words in the original language of the Bible that have no real equivalent in the English translation. However, Jesus’ teachings about the Kingdom of God are more than sufficient to clarify any misunderstandings. The Kingdom of God is a realm one enters via...
If God loves me unconditionally why do I feel so bad when I sin?
The Bible points out that we have a conscience as well as the necessity to avoid violating our conscience. The English translates it as “dual knowledge,” i.e. “two sources of knowledge.” The Greek translation takes it even further to mean “to be aware, share...
Does my sin separate me from God?
Most believers are pretty clear on the effects of sin, but few are clear about “cause and effect.” Religion has taught us that when we sin God withdraws from us, is unwilling to hear our prayers and is punishing us with rejection. Most of that is based on Isaiah 59:2,...
I just want others to love and accept me; is that so wrong?
There is absolutely nothing wrong with wanting to be loved and accepted. In fact, this desire is a slight perversion of something God created within us that can work for our good! The Greek word for “love” (agape) means “to value, hold in high regard, or consider...
If God gave man authority how do we use it?
The word “dominion” used in Genesis means “to subjugate or rule” and the word “authority” means “the right and the power of choice.” God gave the dominion, the right to rule and the power of choice to humans. From the time man was brought forth on Planet Earth he/she...
Is it true that if I do what others did I will have the same success they have?
There is always benefit to emulating successful people. Paul said, “Imitate me just as I imitate Christ (1 Cor. 11:1). The writer of Hebrews says, “…imitate those who through faith and patience inherit the promises” (Heb. 6:12). There can be great value in copying...