Emotions

The Healthiest Way to Face Disappointment

The Healthiest Way to Face Disappointment

We all experience seasons of profound disappointment in life, and cliches from well-meaning people about praying more or reading more Scripture aren’t really that helpful.

How to Bring God Into Negative Parts of Your Life

How to Bring God Into Negative Parts of Your Life

3 ways to help when you’ve been wronged.


 

3 Ways to Care for Your Depressed Friend

3 Ways to Care for Your Depressed Friend

Whether you’re unsure if your loved one is actually depressed or terrified to leave them alone, here are 3 things your friend needs from you right now.
 

To the Depressed Christian

To the Depressed Christian

As a Christian, depression tempted me to distrust God. I was desperately seeking deliverance He seemed to withhold from me.


 

Why Do I Feel Like God Is Being Hard On Me?

Why Do I Feel Like God Is Being Hard On Me?

"Perhaps we expect punishment from God, either because we see Him as a harsh master, or see ourselves as dead wood, deserving to be thrown away and burned."

My One Regret at My Father's Funeral

My One Regret at My Father's Funeral

“I wanted my father to shape up, stop drinking and be nice. Then I would love him.”



 

Depression & Anxiety: It's All in Your Head

Depression & Anxiety: It's All in Your Head

Learn how to find hope in the midst of depression and anxiety.

 

Why Do Encounters With God Involve Such Deep Pain?

Why Do Encounters With God Involve Such Deep Pain?

Most life-changing encounters with God usually involve deep emotional, physical or psychological pain.

 

Posting After Paris? Social Media: a Risky Pulpit

Posting After Paris? Social Media: a Risky Pulpit

How do you respond wisely to what others are saying in the digital town square, especially when it touches a nerve?

How to Handle Reverse Culture Shock

How to Handle Reverse Culture Shock

Experiencing culture shock after traveling to a developing area can be difficult. Here are 8 questions to ask yourself as you transition home.
 

Anxiety: Why I Can't Give You Simple Help

Anxiety: Why I Can't Give You Simple Help

This article is a reflection on my experience as someone who continues to battle with anxiety, as well as a celebration for one college student who has overcome it.

Controlling Anger

Controlling Anger

If you feel like anger gets the best of you, there's hope.





 

Why Worry?

Why Worry?

Simple tips to prevent anxiety.


 

Overcoming Fear Factors

Overcoming Fear Factors

As believers, how can we move from fear to courageous action?

Jesus and Worry

Jesus and Worry

We have plenty to worry about but Jesus teaches us to rely on him. 
 

Unlocking the Struggle of Pride

Unlocking the Struggle of Pride

Locking his keys in his car and meeting a man in need reveal one man’s deeper struggle with pride.

Being Thankful in All Circumstances

Being Thankful in All Circumstances

How one staff member trusts in God's sovereignty.

 

Pure Joy

Pure Joy

Finding joy in the midst of depression. 


 

How To Handle Pressure

How To Handle Pressure

The 2 most important things to remember when handling pressure. 

When God Seems Distant

When God Seems Distant

How to pray when you’re struggling with whether God is trustworthy. 

Are You At Rest?

Are You At Rest?

Have you noticed that there are different types of rest? There is physical rest and the rest that comes to your soul.

©1994-2020 Cru. All Rights Reserved.