Understanding His Heart Of Pleasure

September 25, 2022

Children genuinely want to make the adults in their life happy, especially when they receive positive affirmations like hugs, kisses, smiles and praises. They find their own pleasure in their parent’s pleasure with them. A child’s desire to please others is rooted in their need to belong, to be accepted, included and loved. Where does this internal desire originate?

Understanding His Heart Of Care

September 18, 2022

Have you ever had that feeling of not being cared for? Maybe a friend, parent or spouse was more interested in a show or their social media than they were in being with you or listening to what was going on in your head or heart. Being made in God’s image means we are made for meaningful relationships which are cultivated by giving and receiving care. Why is being cared about so necessary?

Understanding His Heart Of Grievance

September 11, 2022

Have you considered the fact that God has emotions too? Often, we see things only from the lens of our thoughts and feelings. Yet God has a perspective along with His own thoughts and feelings. Just as our actions and choices have an emotional effect on those around us, they also have an emotional effect upon God. Because He is omniscient, he experiences great joy, deep sadness, anger at sin, displeasure and pleasure all at the same time! How can we try to understand our perfect God better?