“I will place shepherds over them who will tend them, and they will no longer be afraid or terrified, nor will any be missing,” declares the Lord. -Jeremiah 23:4, NIV When going through adultery discovery and divorce, it is hard to know which pastor to trust. Does this one care more for “saving” my marriage or … Continue reading “A good pastor eases fears”
Category: Encouragement
Please, do not give up on God!
Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him. -James 1:12, NIV The temptation to give up on God is great when going through the spiritual abuse that often comes with a divorce from a … Continue reading “Please, do not give up on God!”
PSA: Not you, faithful spouse!
When a cheater cheats, it is important to understand that such behavior has nothing to do with you, faithful spouse. It is about the cheater’s character. These sinful actions are the overflow of wickedness in the cheater’s heart (see Mark 7:21-23). Do not let a pastor or a cheater or a counselor convince you otherwise! … Continue reading “PSA: Not you, faithful spouse!”
Godly hope
And this hope will not lead to disappointment. For we know how dearly God loves us, because he has given us the Holy Spirit to fill our hearts with his love. -Romans 5:5, NLT Hope is precious. We need hope to live. It is just as important to our living as food and water. The … Continue reading “Godly hope”
God reveals Himself as faithful to the faithful!
Lord, it is clear to me now that how we live will dictate how you deal with us. Good people will taste your goodness, Lord. And to those who are loyal to you, you love to prove that you are loyal and true. -Psalm 18:25, TPT God rewards faithfulness. This is a spiritual truth. I … Continue reading “God reveals Himself as faithful to the faithful!”
Shared Tears
“God Weeps Too” by Eli–an obscure Christian artist from the 90s–is one of my favorite songs. While he does not name situations of infidelity survival, I love how he names God as one who weeps alongside the broken-hearted. This understanding of God coming alongside like a good parent or friend was important for me to … Continue reading “Shared Tears”
Blog Paused – DM Going on a Spiritual Retreat
Today (Thursday, September 15), I leave to go to Kansas City for a spiritual retreat. As such, I am going to take a break from my regular postings. The retreat runs from today, September 15, through Sunday, September 18. After this, I will plan on resuming my regular postings. Thanks for understanding!
A non-disappointing hope
And this hope will not lead to disappointment. For we know how dearly God loves us, because he has given us the Holy Spirit to fill our hearts with his love. -Romans 5:5, NLT Hope is precious. We need hope to live. It is just as important to our living as food and water. The … Continue reading “A non-disappointing hope”
God has higher ways and thoughts!
8 For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the Lord. 9 For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts. -Isaiah 55:8-9, KJV If your god is so small that you fully understand him and his ways, … Continue reading “God has higher ways and thoughts!”
Happy Labor Day!
A decade ago now, I was in NYC with my best friends. They were kind enough to distract me from my disintegrating marriage. It was a very good time together. I am grateful for those friends. They were and are true brothers. May you have a blessed Labor Day today! Hope you find excellent and … Continue reading “Happy Labor Day!”