Why Purpose Strengthens the Brain

Why Purpose Strengthens the Brain

A couple of years ago, I was forced to take an extended sabbatical. When it became painfully obvious that it was crucial, I obeyed but not without it taking an emotional toll. I no longer did the things that felt like my calling or purpose, and left me feeling, well, purposeless.

When life feels scattered, purpose brings clarity, steadies your thoughts, and helps regulate your emotions. There is a powerful connection between faith and brain science here, and once you see it, it changes how you approach every day.

God Can Heal: What Do We Do While We Wait

God Can Heal: What Do We Do While We Wait

Everywhere I look, I see people—friends, family, even strangers—carrying heavy burdens of pain, whether it’s physical, emotional, relational, spiritual, grief or loss. Without giving it much thought, I can readily name 25 people who are experiencing some kind of pain. The truth is, we all know someone who’s struggling. We believe God can heal, but what do we do in the meantime, while we’re still waiting for that healing to come? How do we find hope and strength in the midst of the pain?

The Gifts from a Painful Past: Finding Purpose in Your Pain

The Gifts from a Painful Past: Finding Purpose in Your Pain

Have you ever wondered how the most painful moments of your past could be preparing you for a brighter future? Discover how to find gifts from a painful past as you navigate through life’s toughest trials. Pain can reveal hidden issues, deepen your faith, and build resilience. Learn how God uses your hardest moments to shape your future, equip you to comfort others, and bring about growth and purpose—leading to a stronger, more fulfilled life.

How to Uncover the Beauty and Redemptive Purpose in Your Scars

How to Uncover the Beauty and Redemptive Purpose in Your Scars

The painful trials you have endured can lead to beautiful, redemptive, sacred scars if you entrust your healing to our good and faithful God. Explore practical steps to uncovering the beauty and redemptive purpose in your scars. Discover how to embrace healing and find meaning in your journey through faith. Learn how God can transform your pain into a powerful testimony of grace and resilience.