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The Justice Hand-Off: Releasing the Need to Keep Score
Stop being the judge of your own injuries. Discover the spiritual relief of handing the debt over to God and trading bitterness for grace.

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5 days ago4 min read


Finding Rest and Renewal: How to Navigate Burnout and Spiritual Dryness Through God’s Word
Discover how to move from exhaustion to spiritual renewal by resting in Christ’s presence and trusting the steady truth of Scripture in every season.

Pastor Braden Pedersen
Apr 166 min read


Trusting God’s Plan: Letting Go Without Letting Go of Responsibility (Proverbs 3:5–6)
Trusting God doesn’t always bring clarity—but it brings confidence in His character. Learn how to move forward faithfully even when life doesn’t make sense.

Pastor Braden Pedersen
Apr 135 min read


The Divine Pace: Why Your Progress is Safe in God’s Hands
Stop feeling behind. Discover how God’s faithfulness and the purpose of waiting transform your spiritual growth from a stressful race into a steady walk of trust.

Pastor Braden Pedersen
Apr 95 min read


Finding Peace in the Presence of God: How to Move from Anxiety to Rest
Discover how to shift your focus from internal worry to God’s presence, finding a peace that stands guard over your heart and mind in every season.

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Mar 196 min read


Peace That Steadies the Heart: The Fruit That Grows from a Life with Jesus
Biblical peace is not the absence of trouble but the presence of trust. This article explores how Spirit-formed peace grows from reconciliation with God, matures through prayer and trust, and steadies the heart even when life feels uncertain.

Arnie Cole
Mar 93 min read


WHEN PRAYER BECAME REAL
A heartfelt story of childhood prayers, a mother’s faith, and the day prayer became real through God’s timely provision.

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Mar 33 min read


Joy That Runs Deeper Than Circumstances: Fruit That Grows from a Life with Jesus
Biblical joy is deeper than happiness and stronger than circumstances. This article explores how Spirit-formed joy grows over time, why it coexists with sorrow, and how abiding in Christ produces resilient joy marked by trust, hope, and spiritual maturity.

Arnie Cole
Mar 24 min read


When God Seems to Be Taking Too Long
Waiting on God can feel confusing and painful, especially when answers seem delayed. This article explores why waiting is hard, how Scripture reframes God’s timing, and how trusting God’s purposeful work strengthens faith even when change feels slow.

Arnie Cole
Feb 24 min read


A LITTLE FAITH FIXED MY ROOF
A powerful story of mustard-seed faith, answered prayer, and how God’s blessings often lead to opportunities to bless others.

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Jan 313 min read


When Tomorrow Feels Overwhelming -How God Steadies a Heart That Wants to Run Ahead
Fear of the future can drain your mind and body. Discover from Isaiah 46:3–4 how God carries His people, and learn habits that push fear out and build peace.

Arnie Cole
Jan 124 min read


Strong for the Journey: HOW JESUS SHOWS US THE PATH TO SPIRITUAL FITNESS
A reflection on Jesus’ temptation in the wilderness and how daily Scripture builds lasting spiritual strength for the journey ahead.

Back to the Bible
Jan 83 min read


When You Don’t Know What God Wants - Learning to Trust the One Who Leads One Step at a Time
When clarity feels out of reach and God’s will seems unclear, Scripture reminds us that trust comes before direction. This article explores how God leads step by step, why formation matters more than location, and how to walk forward faithfully even when certainty is missing.

Arnie Cole
Jan 53 min read


From Skepticism to Surrender: How Renewing Your Mind Changes Everything
Discover how moving from doubt to trust in God can fill the void of addiction. Learn why true transformation is a daily process of renewing your mind and finding hope.

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Dec 20, 20258 min read


When Fear Speaks Loudly, Let God’s Peace Speak Louder
Explore how God’s peace steadies anxious hearts through prayer, surrender, and gratitude, even when fear speaks loudly.

Arnie Cole
Nov 24, 20254 min read
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