Chapter 5

  • Don’t Spoil Your Appetite
    Topics: God & Truth   Scripture: Matthew 5:6

    A lack of hunger for God’s Word may be caused by filling our hearts with the world’s distractions and pleasures. When we reduce unhealthy spiritual “snacks” and return to God’s Word, we discover that Scripture satisfies far more deeply and lastingly. Read More

  • A Downward Spiral
    Topics: Fear, Anxiety & Emotions, Forgiveness & Bitterness, God & Truth   Scripture: Matthew 5:7-10, Matthew 5:39, Matthew 6:14-15

    Nancy shares a personal experience of feeling hurt and misunderstood after damaging comments were made about her. She describes how bitterness, anger, and self-pity began to grow as she listened to lies in her mind. Read More

Chapter 6

  • A Downward Spiral
    Topics: Fear, Anxiety & Emotions, Forgiveness & Bitterness, God & Truth   Scripture: Matthew 5:7-10, Matthew 5:39, Matthew 6:14-15

    Nancy shares a personal experience of feeling hurt and misunderstood after damaging comments were made about her. She describes how bitterness, anger, and self-pity began to grow as she listened to lies in her mind. Read More

Chapter 10

  • More than a Son or Daughter
    Topics: Relationships, Friendships & Mentoring   Scripture: Matthew 10:37

    Following God’s call can be difficult when it requires leaving the comfort and security of family expectations. Read More

Chapter 16

  • Steps Of Humility
    Topics: Humility, Pride   Scripture: Matthew 16:24

    Pride often prevents us from taking the steps of obedience God is asking of us, whether that means apologizing, seeking accountability, or surrendering a personal struggle. Read More

Chapter 21

  • Worship vs Worry
    Topics: Faith, Fear, Anxiety & Emotions   Scripture: Matthew 21:12-16

    While children joyfully worshiped Jesus, the religious leaders responded with worry and indignation because they feared losing control. Read More