Confidence

3 Ways to Tell Insecurity to Move On

3 Ways to Tell Insecurity to Move On

They will have no fear of bad news; their hearts are steadfast, trusting in the Lord. Their hearts are secure; they will have no fear; in the end they will look in triumph on their foes.” Psalm 112:7-8 (NIV) This is a really good week to talk about insecurity. Fear and anxiety go hand in hand with insecurity and I have battled both this week. Our daughter has been ill which can bring on fear…

Drinking From the Water Hose

Drinking From the Water Hose

You know the feeling of drinking out of a water hose? Your thirsty, water is moving fast, and you can’t drink it all. Ministry conferences are like that. Really, any kind of conference is that way. The quantity of information overwhelms the capabilities of our brain. I returned from the Declare Conference last week. There were so many great speakers with so much inspiring info, I’m water-logged. The water hose was on full blast. Enjoy…

Living My Redeemed Life – {Podcast}

Living My Redeemed Life – {Podcast}

  I’m visiting over at Holly Barrett’s web home today. When she contacted me to join in the conversations happening at her place, I was honored. Each week, Holly pulls up a chair with her guest to discuss how they are living their redeemed life. I love this from her podcast page, “So Living a Redeemed Life Podcast is dedicated to encouraging all who listen to live in the redemption found in Jesus. To pick…

The Messy Competition Between Confidence and Arrogance

The Messy Competition Between Confidence and Arrogance

“Confidence is a dirty word among Christians. We are taught to be humble and gentle, not confident. Confidence equals arrogance, and arrogance sends the wrong message.” Kristine Brown, Over It. Kristine’s words make me itchy. That kind of itch that hits your nose when your hands are full. Inconvenient. Bothersome. Demanding attention. Confidence versus arrogance. A messy little competition that plays out within. Weakening our resolve to follow God, because we don’t want to be…