Bible Passage: “He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that, having been justified by his …
Living Through a Regime Change
Bible Passage: “In the same way, count yourselves dead to sin but alive to God in Christ Jesus.” (Romans 6:11) Scripture Reading: Romans 6:6-7; 1 John 3:9 My sister-in-law’s family hails …
A Completely New Creation?
Bible Passage: “We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may …
Risen Indeed!
Bible Passage: “‘Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here; he has risen!’” (Luke 24:5-6) Scripture Reading: Luke 24:1-12; Acts 2:24; Ephesians 1:19-21 Happy Easter …
The Loneliness of Shame
Bible Passage: “And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but …
“Real Men…”
Bible Passage: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble …
The Shame of Comparison
Bible Passage: “Each one should test their own actions. Then they can take pride in themselves alone, without comparing themselves to someone else, for each one should carry their own load.” (Galatians …
Secret Shame
Bible Passage: “When I kept silent, my bones wasted away through my groaning all day long. For day and night your hand was heavy on me; my strength was sapped as in the heat of summer. Then …
Crippling Imposter Syndrome
Bible Passage: “’Pardon me, my lord,’ Gideon replied, ‘but how can I save Israel? My clan is the weakest in Manasseh, and I am the least in my family.’” (Judges 6:15 …
The Roots of Shame
Bible Passage: “Then the eyes of both of them were opened, and they realized they were naked; so they sewed fig leaves together and made coverings for themselves.” (Genesis 3:7 NIV) …
