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Author: CrossRiver Team
Choosing Faith
Everyday faith grows through small, steady choices. Learn how trusting God daily turns fear into courage and builds lasting peace.
Biblical Courage
What the Bible Really Says about Courage and Fearlessness If we’re honest, most of us would rather have courage without fear. We picture the kind of fearless people who charge
Stepping Out in Faith
How to Know When It’s Courage and When It’s Reckless If you’ve ever felt torn between waiting and moving, you’re not alone. Every believer faces that moment when the heart
When Faith and Doubt Collide
Finding Courage to Trust God Anyway Somewhere along the way, many of us learned that doubt is dangerous—that if we have questions, somehow our faith has failed. But what if
Faith Over Fear
Why Bold Faith Doesn’t Mean Living Without Fear We love the idea of bold faith as fearless faith—standing strong with no hesitation, unshaken by circumstances. But let’s be honest: fear
Everyday Faith: Moving from Sunday Faith to Bold Faith
Oh Sunday mornings, faith feels easy. The music swells, the sermon stirs your heart, and surrounded by believers, courage comes naturally. But then Monday arrives. The alarm clock buzzes, kids
5 Misconceptions About Bold Faith That Hold Us Back
When you hear the phrase bold faith, what comes to mind? For many of us, it’s a larger-than-life figure like Charlie Kirk standing in front of crowds, fearless and unshaken.
Why Quiet Trust Is the Foundation of Bold Faith
Why Quiet Trust Is the Foundation of Bold Faith When we hear the word bold, we often picture action: standing up, speaking out, running into danger with courage. But bold
What Does Bold Faith Really Mean?
Our hearts are broken. Charlie Kirk’s assassination has shaken many of us to the core. Charlie was more than a leader or a voice on a stage. He was a
Making Time for Yourself as a Mom Isn’t Selfish—It’s Sacred
Making time for yourself as a mom often feels like breaking some invisible rule. The laundry is endless. The toddler needs another snack. Someone always needs something. Rest feels indulgent—maybe
Overcoming Mom Guilt When You Feel Like You’re Failing
Overcoming mom guilt is one of the hardest spiritual and emotional battles mothers fight—and it’s one few people prepare you for. Your coffee’s cold. The laundry’s loud. And that little
Feeling forgotten by God?
The silence came like a thick fog. Lindsey Bell had prayed. She had wept. She had believed. And then the loss came again. Her fourth miscarriage left her devastated and
Trusting God’s Plan When Life Falls Apart
It wasn’t the call Lindsey Bell expected to get. She and her husband had just learned they were pregnant again, and joy had barely begun to bloom before it was
Why Doesn’t God Just Fix It? – Wrestling with God’s Silence
You know that ache in your soul that whispers, Why doesn’t God just fix it? Yeah. We do too. Sometimes life sideswipes you with a storm that leaves more questions
When God Feels Distant: How Suffering Shapes Our Faith
Let’s be honest—suffering stinks. It’s messy and gut-wrenching, and it can leave even the most faithful wondering where God went. When the hard seasons hit—and let’s be real, they always
What the Bible says about suffering
Suffering. It’s a word we whisper in hospital waiting rooms and wrestle with behind closed doors. And when it hits close to home, all those good Sunday school answers suddenly
Overcoming Fear with Faith: Lessons from Roller Coasters and Life
I gripped the safety bar like my life depended on it. My knuckles were white, my heart was in my throat, and every inch up that steep roller coaster track
Your Walk with God Doesn’t Have to Be Perfect!
Ever feel like you’re just not good enough at this faith thing? Like no matter how hard you try, your walk with God is constantly falling short? We’ve been there
What to do when God Is Silent
You pray. You wait. You listen. Silence. It’s deafening, isn’t it? When God is silent, it can shake us to our core, leaving us questioning everything—our faith, our prayers, even
Forgiveness can save your marriage
Every marriage faces moments of hurt. Whether it’s a harsh word, broken trust, or unmet expectations, the wounds can add up over time. When those moments pile up, it’s easy
Why strengthen your marriage?
Marriage is one of God’s greatest gifts, but it isn’t always easy. The demands of life—work, kids, and even stress—can leave couples feeling disconnected. But here’s the truth: Today, you
Reignite emotional intimacy in your marriage
Feeling disconnected in your marriage doesn’t have to be the end of intimacy. With intentional effort, you can reignite emotional intimacy and rediscover the closeness you once had. Cathy Krafve,
Rekindle intimacy in your marriage
Marriage often begins with excitement, shared dreams, and a deep connection. But over time, misunderstandings, busy schedules, and life’s challenges can erode that bond. If you’re asking how to rekindle
Discover Your Identity in Christ
For years, Robin Melvin asked herself the same question many of us ask: Who am I? The question felt logical, even essential, as she tried to navigate the struggles of