Ryan Bailey
Forgiveness is at the very heart of the Christian life. As those who have been forgiven an immeasurable debt by God through Christ, we are called to reflect that same grace to others-even when it seems impossible or undeserved. But what does it mean to forgive, and how can we actually do it? What Is…
Many grandparents naturally long to pass our faith on to our grandchildren, to see them experience God’s transformational love in their own hearts and to help them experience the freedom and new life in Christ. As eager as you may be, it’s important to recognize that everyone has limits. Although grandparents often have significant influence…
As we saw in our last post, vacations are a wonderful gift from God, offering us a chance to rest, reflect, and renew our spirit. Yet, for some, the fear of flying can be a major obstacle to peaceful vacation. It’s helpful to tackle our fear of flying both from a spiritual and practical perspective.…
Vacations aren’t just breaks from our daily grind—they’re a gift from God, designed to help us hit pause, recharge, and reconnect with Him. When we ignore our need for downtime, we set ourselves up for frustration, impatience, and anxiety. But when we take time to rest, we are able to be better equipped for all…
When was the last time you knew the right thing to do, but struggled to find the motivation to do it? Although we may have times where we want to please and obey God wholeheartedly, there will be other times when we have no motivation to do the right thing and we want to be…
In our last post, we looked at how faith transforms addiction. In our final post in this series, we are going to look at practical steps you can take if your loved one is struggling with addiction. As believers walking alongside someone struggling with addiction, it’s crucial to remember that our role is to support,…
In our last post, we talked about how to come alongside loved ones struggling with addiction. Now, we are going to look at the pivotal role that faith plays in the fight against addiction. At its core, addiction often stems from a misplaced search for fulfillment. When we take our eyes off Christ and seek…
In our last post, we looked at the problem of addiction and where there is hope for lasting change. In this post, we are going to look at how to support and love people who are battling addiction. While addiction often manifests as a biochemical issue, at its core lies a deeper spiritual problem. Understanding…
In this blog post series, we are going to be looking at how family members can help a loved one who is struggling with a drug or alcohol addiction, and identify the things that are at the root of addiction. Drug and alcohol addiction is not an uncommon problem: in 2023, 22% of males and…
As Christians, we understand that tithing is not merely a financial obligation but a spiritual discipline that reflects our trust in God’s provision and our commitment to His kingdom. While the Bible doesn’t provide explicit answers to every nuance of tithing in our modern context, we can apply biblical principles to guide our practices. As…