Inability to connect. Constant fear and mistrust. Deep insecurities. And, more than anything, shame.

Our first and foremost struggle with wisdom is that without Christ, our position is spiritually dead, putting true wisdom beyond our grasp.

Far too many churches are like sheep pens with gates wide open, allowing wolves to enter unnoticed in order to entrap and savage our weakest sheep.

Jesus has designed the church to be a place of healing, safety, hope, and light.

When we read the book of Proverbs, or any other book in the Bible, we must do so through the lens of the cross.

When someone commits suicide, they leave behind a trail of destruction.

Sadly, in many Christian cultures, having a stoical, cast-iron will is exactly what passes for maturity.

How often do you notice your mind wandering back to better days? The days we could fill our homes with family. Travel the world. Sit with friends in a cosy café drinking coffee.

Satan is the accuser. He twists God’s Word. He wants to rob us of joy and peace.

Hope is vital. As Martin Luther said: “Everything that is done in this world is done by hope.”