Identity in Christ: I am Accepted One of the deepest needs of the human heart is to be accepted. In Christ, we find complete acceptance, not because of who we are but because of what He has done. The Bible tells us that God chose us, adopted us, and calls us His people, securing our…
“Counseling through the Word” Devotional: Resolving Disputes God’s Way In today’s devotional, we delve into 1 Corinthians 6:1–11 and explore how believers are called to resolve disputes God’s way. Paul challenges us to prioritize unity and reconciliation over personal rights and justice. Join us as we learn how to handle conflicts within the church, reflecting…
“Counseling through the Word” Devotional: I am a Member of God’s Household Scripture: Ephesians 2:19 (ESV) – “So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God.” In Christ, you are no longer an outsider or a stranger. You have been…
“Counseling through the Word” Devotional: Listening with Wisdom Scripture: Proverbs 18:13, 17 (ESV) In our fast-paced world, it can be tempting to jump to conclusions or give quick answers without truly listening. But Proverbs teaches us the importance of listening with wisdom, especially when it comes to understanding others and making well-informed decisions. These verses…
Christian Contentment: Finding True Fulfillment in God Through Life’s Struggles (Genesis 29:31-30:24) In a world that often encourages us to chase after identity and fulfillment through achievements, relationships, and possessions, Christian contentment offers a radically different path. Christian contentment teaches us that true peace and fulfillment come not from our circumstances but from a deep…
Redemption – Our Freedom Purchased In our journey through the foundational doctrines of our faith, we arrive at a concept that resonates deeply with our human experience: Redemption. This doctrine speaks to our longing for freedom, for release from the chains that bind us—whether they be guilt, addiction, broken relationships, or the weight of past…
Propitiation – The Heart of the Cross In a world where we often grapple with feelings of guilt, shame, and unworthiness, the doctrine of Propitiation shines as a beacon of hope. As we journey deeper into the doctrines that anchor our souls and define our faith, we arrive at a cornerstone of our salvation. It’s…
The Gravity of Grace: Embracing the Doctrines That Anchor Our Souls We stand at the threshold of a journey—a deep exploration into the heart of our faith. Over the next week, we will delve into three foundational doctrines: Propitiation, Redemption, and Justification. These are not mere theological buzzwords but the anchors that hold steadfast our…
The Power of Forgiveness: Lessons from the Cross In the heart of the Christian faith lies a profound truth: being declared right with God is not a matter of human effort but a divine verdict pronounced through the death of Jesus on the cross. As the Roman believers braced themselves against Nero’s looming persecution, they…
Practical Strategies for Managing Stress with the i3A Framework Stress is an inescapable part of human life, compelling us to face it head-on or risk being overwhelmed by its tides. However, nestled within the challenges are opportunities for profound growth and renewal. The i3A Framework is rooted in wisdom and an emphasis on transformative spiritual…
When was the last time someone said thank you to you? When was the last time you said thank you to someone else? So many people today struggle with a lack of thankfulness and ingratitude. This leads to struggles with complaining, criticizing, and comparing. Gratitude and thankfulness provide a powerful remedy for these problems. This gratitude journal helps us to identify what we should be grateful for and what we do as a result of seeing life as a gift.
Do you struggle with applying the truth that you learn during your study of God’s word? This God’s grace prayer journal will allow you to focus on gratitude and live in contentment in life. The journal pages encourage you to observe what you are learning from the Bible text, evaluate how you have failed to live according to the truths stated, seek forgiveness, and develop godly plans for change.
Do you struggle with the lack of hope? Do you find yourself struggling with doubt and insecurity during times of great challenge? During those times, you need to find your rest and assurance in pondering, personalizing, praying, and practicing what God’s Word says. In the short devotional, spend time meditating and studying each of these passages. Write down whatever comes to mind in the spaces below. And let God speak to you.
One of the keys to growing in Christlikeness in our lives is to unearth and discover, and biblically evaluate our thinking patterns, speaking, and acting. This worksheet will help you be honest and specific about areas in your life that are not meeting biblical standards in thinking, speaking, and acting.
The God who began a good work in you will continue it through your lifetime and will finish it when we meet him face-to-face. God works for us, and God works in us. He enables us to become more like Christ every single day. This work is progressive and continual in this life. This worksheet helps us review and evaluate gains made during counseling and discipleship, show gratitude to God for what he has done, and develop plans for future growth and change.
There probably is not a day that goes by that we do not have some level of conflict with others. This worksheet helps us focus on the problem and not the person. It helps us evaluate how we have handled a dispute and how we should deal with it moving forward.
Do you ever struggle with doing a Bible study or journaling the key ideas from your reading? This Bible Study Note Sheet will encourage you to ponder and meditate on Scripture. Also, God’s Word is meant for you, so this worksheet will help you personalize what you are learning. It will also guide you in learning to pray God’s Word, and finally, it will encourage you to put into practice the principles and promises you find in reading the Word of God.
Anger is a significant issue for so many people. People often stuff or spew their anger, but very few learn to study their anger. This journal assignment will help you to do just that. It will help you understand, evaluate, and respond to your anger in better ways.
Do you ever find yourself getting overwhelmed with problems? Do you find yourself struggling with thinking clearly during a challenging situation? This four-step approach to rethinking a problem will help.
Problems can seem overwhelming. When we are in the midst of a significant crisis, many of us struggle with defining the problem and implementing helpful solutions. This worksheet helps us to identify three unbiblical and unproductive ways of handling problems. It also encourages us to destroy problems, not people, as we deal with issues in a biblical and God-honoring way.
