Advent
Joy That Can't Be Taken Away
As much as we'd wish otherwise, we can't avoid sorrow here on this earth. But for the Christian, real joy isn't tied to the absence of sorrow; it is found in the person and presence of Christ.
A Different Monday Update
What is The Monday Christian all about? Here in this year-end review and look towards the future, I share some thoughts.
Three Realities To Remember If the Christmas Season Is Difficult for You
Don't let the bustle of the holidays cause you to lose sight of what's most important, and don't let the pain of past memories ruin the hope you have in Christ.
Why Good Roofs Aren't Flat
We all want a comfortable life, but the truest reminders of where our hope comes from are usually found in times of difficulty, for it's then that we're reminded to be still and know who God is.
This Christmas I Plan to Be Busy
Do you plan to be busy this Christmas? If so, here is an alternative busy schedule to adopt.
Can Longing and Hope Coexist?
Seasons of longing come to all of us, and we often feel the lack of what we desire keenly. But in these times, hope is not a denial—it lives in longing.
Do You Feel Tired and Lonely This Christmas Season?
This Christmas season may find you feeling more weary than joyful as you try to hold it all together, but the good news is that Jesus came for tired people, not perfect ones.
How Advent Reminds Us To Be Faithful As We Wait
Do you struggle to wait on God's timing? You're not alone. But this Christmas season, here are some reasons waiting is for our benefit.
Something to Remember This Black Friday
Enjoy the shopping, but don't lose sight of what's most important.
Thank You!
It's readers like you that make the time and effort of building The Monday Christian worthwhile.
How Do I Be a Peacemaker With Difficult People?
What should I do if someone I love is disagreeable? How do I live in peace with them if they're committed to chaos?
How Does Gratitude Connect to Compassion?
When we live with an attitude of thankfulness for the abundant grace that God consistently pours into our lives, we must make space for others to flourish as well, knowing that we have been the recipients of abundant grace many times over.
Is God Thankful For Me?
Does God ever think about what I've done for him? Hebrews 6 has some words of comfort.