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FINDING A BETTER LIFE


Fear God and Flourish
What if the life you’re chasing can’t deliver what you hope? Solomon’s final words point to a different path. Fear God and flourish.
Lee Young
2 days ago2 min read


Love and Obedience
Opening Scripture John 14:15 15 “If you love me, keep my commands.” (NIV) Devotional Reflection Love is more than an emotion. The nature of human emotion often traps us in a limited view of what love truly is. While love includes emotion, genuine love endures regardless of how we feel. Scripture reminds us that God loved us while we were still sinners. God even compares sin to adultery to help us understand the pain it causes Him when we turn away from His ways. Sin is servi
Lee Young
6 days ago3 min read


God is My Portion
Feeling empty or worn down? Psalm 73 reveals a powerful truth: God Himself is your portion. Come be reminded of what you truly have in Him.
Lee Young
7 days ago2 min read


Seek First God’s Kingdom: Why Righteousness Unlocks God’s Best for Your Life
Matthew 6:33 (NIV) “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” God’s Kingdom consists of the highest form of everything that allows us to flourish in our spirit. It is the very best of everything. Yet Jesus does not command us to seek His Kingdom alone. He also calls us to seek His righteousness . Righteousness is behavior that flows out of a heart and mind aligned with the Word of God. We must allow the Holy Spirit t
Lee Young
Jan 142 min read


Trust God With All Your Heart — Or Keep Walking in Circles
“Ever feel like you’re going in circles—tired but not getting anywhere? Proverbs 3:5–6 reveals how trusting God with all your heart can lead you out of the wilderness and onto a straight, blessed path.
Lee Young
Jan 122 min read


Costly Discipleship: What Jesus Meant by “Take Up Your Cross”
Following Jesus sounds simple—until He explains the cost. His invitation challenges our love of comfort, ease, and control. What if the life we want is found on the other side of discipline and the cross?
Lee Young
Jan 82 min read


When God Withholds Blessing—And Why That’s Actually Good News
What if commit your way to the Lord is less about asking God to bless your plans—and more about letting Him reshape the direction of your life altogether?
This reflection challenges the subtle ways we invite God to endorse our choices while resisting His formation, and it invites us into a deeper, freer trust—one where obedience flows from gratitude, not leverage. Read on to discover why God’s favor shines brightest not on self-driven ambition, but on lives genuinely aligned
Lee Young
Jan 72 min read


Loving God by Teaching Our Children the Ways of Christ
Loving God with all our heart includes faithfully teaching our children His ways. Based on Deuteronomy 6:5–7, this devotional explores biblical parenting through loving example and daily discipleship.
Lee Young
Jan 62 min read


A Living Sacrifice: The Foundation of God's Call
The call of God for us to be a living sacrifice is founded in some irresistible. If we miss this, we miss everything.
Lee Young
Jan 52 min read


The Peace of Christ: Why Calm Isn’t the Same as Trust
Colossians 3:15 15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. (NIV) Jesus said He was leaving us His peace. His peace is not the same peace the world seeks. The world seeks peace by eliminating all sources of discord, fear, and anxiety. This is an impossible task that will eventually lead us to self-destructive behavior of escape. Once we realize the continual barrage of peace-killing issues, we turn
Lee Young
Dec 29, 20252 min read


Seeing God Beyond Our Expectations
What if the way you’re expecting God to move is keeping you from recognizing Him? A quiet moment in Luke’s Gospel raises a question that still confronts our faith today. Our challenge is seeing God beyond our expectations.
Lee Young
Dec 26, 20252 min read


Singing to the Lord: A Transformative Practice
Discover why singing to the Lord is a commanded spiritual practice God gives to transform our lives.
Lee Young
Dec 23, 20252 min read


Human Flourishing Through Giving: Why Jesus Said It Is More Blessed to Give Than to Receive
What is human flourishing, and where is true fulfillment found? Drawing from Scripture and timeless reflection, this post explores how the Bible frames a flourishing life and challenges modern assumptions about what it means to truly thrive.
Lee Young
Dec 17, 20252 min read


The Joy of the Lord Is Your Strength: Finding Hope in Nehemiah 8:10
When guilt overwhelms and the past feels heavy, Scripture reminds us that the joy of the Lord is your strength. In Nehemiah 8:10, God calls His people to celebrate His faithfulness even after failure. This devotional explores how joy, not sorrow, sustains the restored heart.
Lee Young
Dec 16, 20252 min read


Don’t Ignore God's Revelation: Run to See What the Lord Has Made Known
What do you do when God reveals something new to your heart? Luke 2:15 shows the shepherds’ first response: go and see. This short devotional will challenge you to stop delaying, run toward obedience, and draw nearer to the Lord.
Lee Young
Dec 15, 20252 min read


Walking in the Light of Christ in a Dark World
In a world clouded by uncertainty, Jesus offers Himself as the Light we can cling to. Drawing from John 8:12 and Isaiah 60:1–2, this devotional reminds us that even when tomorrow feels unclear, Christ sees everything clearly. We may walk through darkness, but His light leads every step of our journey.
Lee Young
Dec 11, 20252 min read


Bush University: Wisdom from the Wilderness
Feeling stuck in a wilderness season? What looks like delay may actually be God’s design. Discover how hiddenness, refinement, and sacred preparation become the foundation for your calling. Let “Bush University” reshape how you see the desert.
Lee Young
Dec 10, 20254 min read


The Light of Life
Discover the meaning of Jesus as the Light of Life in this daily devotional. Learn how to follow His path, experience His guidance, and see the light of life through prayer, meditation, and heartfelt worship.
Lee Young
Dec 8, 20252 min read


Rest in Jesus: Finding Peace and Spiritual Renewal
Feeling weary or burdened? Discover the rest Jesus offers for your soul. Learn how His love, authority, and guidance can bring peace, hope, and renewal even in life’s hardest moments. Find comfort and spiritual refreshment today in His promises.
Lee Young
Dec 4, 20252 min read


Logos in the Bible: Understanding Jesus as the Word of God and the Divine Principle
“Discover the profound meaning of Logos in the Bible and how Jesus, as the Word of God, reveals divine principles that guide creation and our lives. Learn practical Biblical truths that can transform your relationships, choices, and path to the highest good—both now and eternally.
Lee Young
Dec 3, 20252 min read
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