Scripture Reading: Elijah Under the Broom Tree - 1 Kings 19:1–18 The prophet Elijah has just experienced dramatic events on Mount Carmel. People who once worshiped the pagan god Baal fell to their faces in worship after witnessing the power of God displayed through fire (1 Kings 18:38–39). Yet ...
Emotions in Scripture: The Mirroring Power of Biblical Narrative
There are many reasons people reach for a Bible, open its pages, and begin to read. For some, reading Scripture began as part of discipleship during childhood or early in their faith journey. Others read as part of a daily quiet time to connect with God. Some encounter Scripture through academic ...
Emotions in Scripture: From Shame to Grace, a Biblical Journey to Freedom
Most of us have moments from our past we would rather forget. Maybe it was something we said, a decision we deeply regret, a season when we hurt someone, or a time when we failed to live according to what we believed. Even years later, those moments can return with surprising force. And when they ...
Emotions in Scripture: Making Room for Our Emotions
Scripture is rich with evidence that supports God’s validation of emotionally healthy spirituality, and, yet, how often do we notice and/or experience that emotional health is minimized through the interpretation and teaching of Scripture? Sadly, many Christians use high-sounding spiritual concepts ...
Emotion in Scripture: The Word Is Living and Active
"For the word of God is living and active and sharper than any two-edged sword..." — Hebrews 4:12 Have you ever wondered what God has to say about your emotions? Many of us have been taught to ignore our feelings, suppress them, or even believe that strong emotions indicate weak faith. Yet ...
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