Comparing Apples to Oranges

I have struggled with low self-confidence since childhood. When someone compliments me, I mentally list others who do it bigger, better, grander than I.  I rarely try anything new or (gasp) a little silly because I fear what others might say. I imagine their...

God’s Heart for Women

The next time you’re in a group of people, look around at the women . At least 25% of them have been sexually assaulted or will be during their lifetimes. For those who are married, half of them will be divorced. A majority will struggle through depression and low...

Hiding in the Baggage

As a tall and mighty man, Saul was chosen to become the first king of Israel. God chose him and declared that he would become a changed man, able to lead armies and help Israel expand as a nation. Yet when it came to the exact moment for Saul to be publicly honored as...