Debbie W. Wilson

Refreshing Faith

How to Be Christ-Centered Amid This Unrest

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Have you considered how practical it is to be Christ-centered? It changes how we perceive and respond to the pressure the world imposes on each of us. Sadly, many churches don’t look to Jesus or the Bible for wisdom. They cave to current fads. This contributed to the early racism in our country and hinders healing now. So when someone has the courage to speak truth it moves me.

I met Denita Thomas through Knowing God Ministries and felt an instant attraction. When I recently heard her speak online, I thought of you. You can find the link to her talk below. I asked her to distill her thoughts in a blog. Thank you, Denita, for sharing your heart and wisdom with us.

Christ-Centered Amid These Times of Unrest

I cannot help but think about how people may feel during these times of unrest. People tell me they’re CONSUMED with feelings of discouragement, confusion, anger, anxiety, fear and even guilt. I want to address some of these feelings because they are affecting my brothers and sisters in Christ.Continue Reading

Do You Need Help with Your Messy Emotions?

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Do you ever battle messy emotions? Emotions become messy when they rule us instead of us ruling them. Maybe you can relate to Jody.

Jody pulled into the parking lot. Where had all the cars come from? Was she late? Usually the lot was empty. Jody loved meeting with her small group but felt self-conscious walking in last. A familiar battle warred in the pit of her stomach.

She put the car in reverse and drove home. She promised to arrive earlier next week.Continue Reading

Do You Know How to Stop Fretting?

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A friend recently remarked, “I’m starting my morning wondering what new loss or bad news the day will bring.” 2020 has punched many people in the gut. Has a long battle or diet of bad news caused you to fret? Whether your enemy is physical, emotional, or spiritual, I have good news. You have help!

Scripture reminds us God is our strength and deliverer. No enemy can defeat Him. He doesn’t expect us to rescue ourselves from trouble. He will save us. But—we have a role to play. If you aren’t experiencing victory over your worries, consider—are you doing your part?

Notice what we are to do and what we are not to do:Continue Reading

Is It Wise to Trust God With Your Problems?

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Is it possible or even wise to trust God with problems and disappointments before you see them resolved?

During my senior year of college, as the time approached to launch into adulthood on my own, a restless anxiety began to build in me. When I overheard some sorority sisters talking about going on a ski retreat with a Christian group, I perked up. This group was a bit more radical in their faith than I was, but a ski retreat should be safe. And I needed a dose of inspiration.

The group chartered an old school bus to carry us to Gatlinburg, Tennessee. As soon as we hit the mountain foothills it became obvious the bus was made for the flat lands of coastal Georgia—not the mountains of Tennessee. It began to sputter, stutter, and stop.

The first time we halted, different students involved in this ministry prayed while the bus driver worked outside to repair the bus. Their prayers sounded something like this, Continue Reading

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