We focus so much on what we do. This type of thinking hinges on our idea that we are adults, we need to be responsible for our actions, and we need to do the right thing. It’s not healthy. It's not Kingdom living.

Jesus came to show us what the Kingdom of God is like. Jesus came to show us the character of God. And it is forever surprising us. True reality, that is, Jesus’ reality, is not as it seems (to us).

Do we care more about the weeds than God does? In a garden, it is important not to pull the weeds while the tender, young plants are becoming established. While they are maturing. Growing. Becoming strong.

You know the seed must DIE before it is effective. Before it can grow. Before it can mature. Before it can produce fruit. Before it can reproduce. It must be buried in the ground, dead. Rain and the warmth of the sun resurrects that seed.

You may be unaware of the waves you make as God works though you. But those watching walk away inspired and amazed, touched and affected by the immense force as the Spirit uses you to do what seems natural to you.

There is a disparity between the names of two very different problems- all lumped into one word- anxiety. Anxiety is when you are overwhelmed due to fear and worry. Is it wrong for Christians to struggle with anxiety?