Walking With God

When David attempted to bring the Ark of the Covenant back to Jerusalem, things didn’t go as planned. In 2 Samuel 6, the celebration turned to tragedy when Uzzah reached out to steady the Ark and was struck down. Shocked and afraid, David halted the procession and placed the Ark in the home of a man named Obed-edom the Gittite. And that’s when everything changed. Scripture tells us, “The Ark of the Lord remained in the house of Obed-edom the Gittite for…

In our fast-paced, technology-driven world, it's easy to feel disconnected from our spiritual selves and from God. As John Eldredge reminds us, “we've become disciples of the internet”, conditioned to expect instant gratification and immediate answers. This constant connectivity has inadvertently trained our souls for impatience, making it challenging to cultivate a deep, meaningful relationship with the Divine. But what if there was a way to reclaim…

In the Jesus Calling Daily that arrives in my inbox each morning here’s what it said today. “Waiting patiently does not come easily to you, but it is nonetheless very good for you. You long to plan ahead, make definitive decisions, and make things happen. There is a time for that, but this is not the time. Now is a time for sitting in My Presence, trusting Me with your whole being.” (From Jesus Listens by Sarah Young) Was that God speaking? I’m sure…

In a world that often separates the sacred from the secular, we are called to recognize that our work, no matter how ordinary it may seem, has eternal significance. Through the lives of five remarkable individuals, we discover profound lessons on how to glorify God in our everyday pursuits and embrace our role as "mere Christians" in a complex world. The Power of Presence and Unhurried Love Imagine a man so committed to being present with others that time seemed…

How should we respond when we find ourselves in the midst of difficult circumstances? How do we navigate through the challenging terrain of life, when our path winds downward into the valley, as inevitably it will? We all love mountaintop experiences, the sweet smell of success, and the thrill of victory. When all is right in the world, and our joy is at its zenith, we long to cling to those seasons and would likely stay there forever if we could. But on this side of,…

I am a nature lover. I feel so much closer to God when I enjoy what he created, especially animals and birds. Birds of prey are my favorite. From the Peregrine falcon that inspired the B2 bomber, flying at speeds of 69 miles per hour chasing prey (and often straight down from the top of a high tower); to the Great Horned Owl who can catch a mouse under a foot of snow in total darkness; to the Osprey, aka fish-hawk, who soars over the ocean, lakes and even rivers worldwide…

In the book of Romans, the Apostle Paul pleads with Christians to offer their entire lives to God in response to His extraordinary sacrifice. Jesus gave His life so we could experience His boundless love and grace. When we refuse to align our lives with how Jesus lived, we diminish the value of His incredible gift.To give our lives fully to God, we must make Him our ultimate pursuit—above everything else.Here are five practical steps you can take today to help…

In Psalm 139, David marvels at the closeness of God – that there’s nowhere he can go to be outside the Lord’s presence. Have you ever felt this way about God’s presence? When I was in elementary school, probably 1st or 2nd grade, I recall standing in a field near our playground – gazing into a blue sky filled with white billowing clouds – imagining the God of the universe was up there somewhere watching my every move. I created an image…

Dear Friends,As we step into a new year, we are filled with gratitude for your partnership with Embracing Brokenness Ministries. Together, we’ve witnessed God’s faithfulness in bringing healing, hope, and restoration to broken lives, including our own. The start of a new year is an invitation to reflect on the past and embrace the future with renewed purpose. No matter what challenges or triumphs 2024 brought your way, remember this truth: God is always at work,…