• Responding to Closed Doors

  God answers prayer in one of three ways: “yes,” “no,” or “yes, but not yet.” This last reply seems to be the most dreaded sometimes even more than an outright “no.” However, patience is an important biblical principle, which Scripture stresses repeatedly in stories, Psalms, and epistles.

• The Trials of Life

  Most likely, you have heard the age-old question, “If God is good, how can He let bad things happen?” Since the fall of man, life has always included hardship. Though trials are painful, understanding the Lord’s purpose can bring joy and hope.

  

• Responding to Difficulty

  Adversity is never enjoyable, but thankfully, believers are assured that God has a reason for allowing difficulty. And your response to the trial will determine whether it leaves you broken or strengthened.

  

• The Answer for Discouragement

  Disappointments and even some discouragement are bound to affect everybody at some point.

• The Blessing of Giving

  The more skilled you are at a task, the more you’ll enjoy it. For instance, when an orchestra adeptly plays a masterpiece, an accomplished musician will derive greater pleasure from listening than would a person with an untrained ear. You might be surprised to learn that the same is true of giving.