On Second Thought There is something within the human heart that is always reaching, always searching, always longing for what we call “the good life.” We tend to define that life in measurable terms—security, health, meaningful relationships, and perhaps a measure of success that reassures us we are moving in the right direction. Yet whenContinue reading “When Hunger Becomes the Blessing”
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When the Wounded Need Shelter, Not Scrutiny
As the Day Begins “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.” (Psalm 34:18, ESV) Discouragement is a quiet suffering, often hidden behind polite smiles and practiced resilience. Charles R. Swindoll’s observation rings true because it names a reality many believers know firsthand: wounded souls do not heal under criticism.Continue reading “When the Wounded Need Shelter, Not Scrutiny”