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Help me to be a stable, reliable force in these children’s lives. I pray they will feel freedom to learn and grow within the comfort of the boundaries I set for them. And above all, I pray they will know the love of your Son Jesus through me

God does not want us to spend our lives trying to figure Him out like some kind of cosmic puzzle, but instead He reveals Himself to us when we seek Him. We will never fully understand God’s will, as it is beyond our comprehension. Yet God doesn’t leave us wondering how to please Him, and he has given us ways to ensure that we are in His will.

God’s purpose is not a hidden code to crack. Learn how seeking Him first, serving where you are, and loving others fulfill the calling Jesus gave every believer.

Today, after 34 years of marriage, we’ve lived through joblessness twice. Both experiences have taught us valuable lessons and demonstrated God’s love and care for us.

Sometimes God does align our passions and dreams with His plan for our lives, but not in every case.

When we are feeling stressed and overwhelmed, there can be times when we neglect reading the Bible and going to God in prayer. Here are five Bible verses to reflect on when you are stressed.

We find ourselves inwardly screaming, “Don’t ask me to do another thing!” when our outward reply is “I will find a way to get it done.”

Typically, seeking godly counsel from the Holy Spirit can help with big choices like moving, witnessing to a neighbor who may not be saved, or making other big life changes. Going to the Lord should be a Christian’s primary source for guidance, complemented by Scripture, and consulting godly brothers and sisters in the faith.

Getting along with sandpaper people requires a new point of view, seeing them as God sees them. We cannot base love for difficult people on feelings, but on God’s love that is released by choices we make in dealing with sandpaper people.

Implementing one or more of these do's and don'ts could make the difference in being offered a meaningful, purposeful job that is a calling instead of having to settle for “just a job.”

We are all guilty of getting the dishes done while catching up on the events of the day, but when spouses are carrying a lot of emotional weight, what they require is a safe and uninterrupted space to vent. Be sure to pause together.

Work is a necessary part of life and an excellent way to glorify God. But that doesn't mean it will always be easy or joyful. If you are currently in a hard season at work, then spend time meditating on these five verses and lifting your hands in prayer before the Lord God. Ask Him to sustain you through your workday.

There are many reasons a person may feel called into a ministry career, but it is not something to be rushed. If you believe God may be calling you to lead His church in some capacity, then take a moment to answer these seven questions honestly.

These questions help you discern His direction without chasing passion or culture’s approval.

How can you reduce your expenses? Can you move to another area that is more affordable? Read more inside.

When I cave under pressure and bend to the lies that I am not enough or unable to fulfill this list of demands, please fight on my behalf and ward off the enemy.

If you're wondering why doors aren’t opening, this biblical look at calling and the “hidden job market” may reframe everything.

At one time or another, all of us will face times of uncertainty. The reality is that none of us are secure in this world except in Christ. Nothing is certain.

We are naturally drawn to the things that impact our daily lives. We have to intentionally redirect our minds to focus on the bigger picture. We have to train our minds to stress less about the daily grind and think more about the things that truly matter for eternity.

Some jobs really are difficult to enjoy, but the Lord shows us that you can approach even those jobs joyfully. The key is to associate your work both with the Lord’s work and to see it as the Lord sees it: worthy, dignified, and necessary.