Facing Our Demons | The Daily Memo | March 7, 2024
Sometimes good counselors or other wise guides help us discover subconscious motivators that drive how we act. For example, experiences of abuse can often lock us in shame or fear and drive us into destructive patterns of thought and behavior. It’s almost like the traumatic event invited an evil spirit into our interior world, one […]
Where is Adam? | The Daily Memo | February 19, 2024
God gives Adam some instructions on the care of creation and his role in the unfolding story. It’s pretty basic, and very generous (see Gen. 2:16-17). But notice what God doesn’t tell Adam. There is no warning or instruction over what is about to occur: the Temptation of Eve. This is just staggering. Notably missing […]
The Daily Memo | January 2, 2024 | Doing Hard Things the Right Way
Doing hard things requires us to be lion-like – bold, steely and courageous. Doing things the right way means being like a lamb – gentle, meek and submissive. We are supposed to be a godly mixture of the qualities of both the lion and the lamb. But how can one person be both ‘the Lion’ […]
The Daily Memo | December 26, 2023 | Our Trials
Some people have the wrong idea about the Christian life. Once they become believers, they expect smooth sailing. However, Jesus made it clear that we’ll all face troubles. His own life was no exception—He endured false accusation, rejection, betrayal, and separation from His Father. As His followers, we too can expect difficulty. Some problems arise […]
The Daily Memo | December 18, 2023 | The Serpent and the Woman Talk with Each Other
Satan calls God’s intentions and character into question. Doubt is a common human experience, and giving our doubts and fears to God can be a great way to worship Him. Question: Imagine you were nearby in the garden, and you overheard this conversation. What would you say to the serpent and the woman? Have you […]
The Daily Memo | November 8, 2023 | The Movements Of Your Heart
All sorts of awful things can seem to issue from your heart — anger, lust, fear, petty jealousies. If you think it’s you, a reflection of what’s really going on in your heart, it will disable you. It could stop your journey dead in its tracks. What you’ve encountered is either the voice of your […]
