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Content but Not Satisfied - Part 2                       Hudson Russell Davis, Crosswalk.com Contributing Writer Thursday, August 21, 2008 “He did not seek to drown grief in oblivion, but to exalt and dignify it through hope. A dry eye goes with a dead soul.” — Victor Hugo,  Les Misérables The hope is that in considering contentment and satisfaction we might be able to own our sorrow and longing and that they might lose some of their venom. The hope is that in confessing the truth of our need to one another we can walk in freedom and not fear that the entire world has passed us by or is judging us. It has become important to me because of the many voices that cast judging eyes my way if I speak of my need. “Surely,” they say, “you need to be content before God will bless you.” I bristle at the words but hold my tongue. No matter what those voices may, say contentment is not the absence or denial ...

On Being Hindered - Part 1 Hudson Russell Davis, Crosswalk.com Contributing Writer Thursday, March 04, 2010 We must each decide when, holding on is mere stubbornness, when holding on is mere refusal to accept what is painfully obvious. We must each wrestle with the facts at hand and decide whether it is wise to press on or wiser to turn back. Not every relationship that starts must end in  marriage . In fact, most do not and should not. I realize that whatever wisdom these words may hold they are small comfort to the longing heart—but they are true. The truth is we all want what we want when we want it and are hard pressed to accept anything that hinders us as of God. But, as our hearts are prone to wander He is also careful to redirect us. Sometimes a relationship looks so good except for … well, you know. Yes! I know! We all have had those moments of inexplicable doubt. Sometimes it all looks so good that it is the most miserable thing to find one thing th...

We all get to a point in our lives when we feel as though we are headed towards rock bottom. School seems to be stressing you out, work is becoming more and more demanding, family members can't seem to get along or agree, friends are nowhere to be found when you need them, that guy/girl you like so much and thought were "the one", changed on you, waking up in the morning seems to get harder, going to bed at night seems to be a struggle. Finding time to just get away seems impossible, everything just seems to be slowly falling apart right in front of your eyes. Running away from your problems seems to be the only solutions. This is where I am. Stuck, trying to figure out a direction to go in. Praying constantly. Emotional. Discouraged. Trying to find a resting place. Music, writing, and art has always been my escape. Drawing eases my mind for a short amount of time, now n days I can't even pick up a pencil and draw. When I was younger I use to see a psychol...

A prayer for single Christians to consider offering to God. No matter what stage Christian Singles are at in their walk with the Lord, this is a good prayer, by Liberty S. Savard (used with written permission of the author) Father in heaven, I bind myself to your will and purposes for my future. I want your plans to be fulfilled in my life, whether they are the plans I think I want or not. You know the tug on my heart when I see a loving husband and wife. I long for such a relationship, but if I desire a mate only to fill an empty place in my heart instead of seeking to fill it with You, show me how to change. I bind myself to pure motives for wanting a mate, not just to meet my unmet needs, to heal my unhealed hurts, and to help me resolve all my unresolved issues. That is placing unrealistic expectations on any human. No man or woman could ever fulfil such expectations. You alone can do that. You alone can fell me with grace, bathe me in love, meet my needs, heal my hurt...

Did you girls know that you can pray for your future mate starting right now? You may be just fifteen and marriage may seem a long way off for you; but you can never be too ready for marriage. It’s a life long commitment. Who you choose to begin the journey till death with is highly important. It can either make or break you. You can spend your life married to the most charming hunk of a man, but if he lacks wisdom, he’ll be the furthest thing away from the key to a happy marriage. This doesn't mean you can’t pick an attractive guy, but your priority should be on his character rather than his demeanor. Start praying today. You might actually have some fun. You can list out the characteristics you would like him to have and present them before God. You can tell God your likes and dislikes. He’ll be enthralled by what you have to say. Delight yourself in the LORD and He will give you the desires of your heart. (Psalm 37:4) It’s never too early to begin praying for "The O...

Heather Lindsey: A Friend Reminder: Got Friends?! :                                      (me & my best friend, Delan of 13 years!) So, it's heavy on me to clear up this whole friend thing...

Sometimes the walk in Christ can be a lonely walk. You may feel like you can't relate to anyone, you may feel as though all your friends have turned their back on you, but know that Jesus is with you every step of the way. Stick with Jesus, he's all you need, he's a friend that sticks closer than a brother. God will cause people to leave your life, because they aren't good for you anymore. He is leading you in a new direction now, just trust that he is protecting you from the bad things that may happen to you. Embrace his love, and protection. He will send you new friends and put you through new experiences<3