Have you ever noticed how some people seem to carry a distinct aroma with them? Like a grandmother's house that leaves its scent on you long after you've left. There's a profound difference between merely being around someone and truly being with them. The same applies to our relationship with Jesus.

In our modern world, we find ourselves living in the "anxious generation." Despite having access to more medicine, health information, resources, and safety than ever before, anxiety disorders affect at least 50 million people. But what if anxiety isn't the real problem? What if it's merely an alarm, signaling that something in our lives needs attention?

In a world where 50 million people and counting struggle with anxiety, it's time to reframe our understanding of this pervasive issue. Anxiety isn't the problem – it's the warning light alerting us that we've created a life our mind and body can't sustain.

In a world where defeat often feels like the norm, where stress, struggle, and worry seem to be constant companions, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and stuck. The daily news cycle bombards us with reasons to be anxious, and the challenges of life can leave us feeling like we're barely keeping our heads above water. But what if there was a different perspective? What if, despite the appearances, victory was already ours?

Have you ever felt like you're constantly chasing after the next big thing, hoping it will finally bring you lasting satisfaction? Like a plant uprooting itself in search of better soil, we often find ourselves jumping from one pursuit to another, always thinking the grass might be greener somewhere else.

Life often feels like a complex maze of decisions, twists, and turns. We find ourselves at crossroads, faced with choices that can shape our future. It's rarely as simple as choosing between a clearly marked path of light and one of darkness. More often, life's choices resemble a tangled web of options, each with its own set of consequences.

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you've said or done something you immediately regretted? Perhaps you snapped at your spouse when they asked for help with a simple task, or you've felt stuck in a cycle of negativity, unable to see a way forward. These moments often leave us wondering, "Where did that come from?"