What Desires Need to Be Discarded

Sometimes our legitimate desires become warped by wrong thinking. Unless we are paying attention, we can get tangled up with our unfulfilled desires, which in turn set us up for disappointment, anger, and despair. Beth wanted a larger home with plenty of land to raise...

The Challenge of Forgiveness

One concern that singles often express is, “I’ve honestly tried to let go and forgive, but as soon as I see the person, I get upset again and all the bitterness returns. Does this mean I haven’t forgiven them?” While we often expect forgiveness...

Dump Your Junk

How are you doing on moving toward those goals you set last January? Are you satisfied with the progress you’re making to become more organized, shed those extra pounds, spend more time with your family or get in shape? Even the best intentions to eat well,...

Ripping Out Deeply Rooted Lies

In a recent newsletter, I shared how self-limiting mindsets can keep you stuck. I also challenged you to name harmful thoughts hindering your ability to move forward. In this newsletter, we’ll discuss specific ways you can rewrite and replace your limiting mindsets...

A Letter from God

My friend Teri received an assignment in a Bible college course. She was asked to write a letter to herself from God, seal it, and not open it until the course ended seven weeks later. Re-reading her letter at the end of the course, Teri was deeply touched and could...

4 Principles to Help You Face Your Giants—and Win!

Discouragement and fear have crippled me more than I’d like to admit. As a coach, I’ve seen how these giants paralyzed others too. That’s why I’m always looking for practical tools to fight these damaging enemies. Karen Porter’s new book, If You Give a Girl a Giant,...