Posts with the category “discouragement”

Joshua experienced one of his greatest defeats immediately after one of his greatest victories. Ai brought him down through conflict, sorrow, loss, and discouragement, but God did not intend for Joshu...  Read More

Jericho looked impossible, yet Israel conquered it. Ai looked insignificant, yet Israel was defeated. Why? Joshua 7 teaches that great defeats often result from many small compromises. Discover how hi...  Read More

“I sat where they sat.” That simple statement in Ezekiel 3:15 reveals a profound truth about ministry; real impact begins with presence. Ezekiel did not rush to speak or correct; he first drew near, o...  Read More

Jesus often shows up when our nets are empty, and our strength is gone. In John 21:7-14, the disciples failed all night, yet the Lord was already waiting on the shore. He spoke tenderly, reminded them...  Read More

In John 21:1–6, the disciples work all night and come up empty. Discouraged and weary, they discover that Jesus often appears when effort has failed, and strength is spent. When The Nets Keep Coming U...  Read More