Justin Linscheid

Recently, I shared with the church that my stepfather had tragically shot himself and taken his own life. This brought a shadow of pain and shock that still hovers in […]

I’ve heard this analogy given several times, but it bears repeating. There’s an encouragement often shared: buy flowers and put them on your table. They are beautiful, enjoyable, and fragrant.

“Hearts unfold like flowers before Thee, opening to the sun above.”– From the hymn Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee What a beautiful image this line paints. Sometimes, our hearts can

“Even if I caused you sorrow by my letter, I do not regret it… because your sorrow led you to repentance.” —2 Corinthians 7:8-9“Faithful are the wounds of a friend,

“I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people—for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet

“For he has not ignored or belittled the suffering of the needy. He has not turned his back on them but has listened to their cries for help.” Psalm 22:24

“Do not judge, or you too will be judged.”—Matthew 7:1Jesus’ words in Matthew 7:1, “Do not judge, or you too will be judged,” are among His most quoted yet often

There are moments in life when we feel utterly alone. Trials can make it seem like no one understands what we’re going through, and doubts creep in about our calling,

“You have endowed him with eternal blessings and given him the joy of your presence. For the king trusts in the Lord. The unfailing love of the Most High will

“Be not angry that you cannot make others as you wish them to be, since you cannot make yourself as you wish yourself to be.”—Thomas à KempisHow often do we

Not long ago, my wife and I were grabbing dinner at a BBQ place out of town. As I stepped into the men’s restroom, I noticed this NFL poster hanging

I heard of some Christians who as part of their worship service, occasionally worshiped God through a unique dance, linking arms and taking three steps forward and one step back.