Please explain: What can I do about worry in my life?
What can I do about worry in my life? “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you” (1 Peter 5:7). Simple. Question answered, article done! In reality,…
Parent conversations: How can Christians combat anxiety?
In this month’s column, Pastor Mike Novotny shares some thoughts on dealing with anxiety. They’re helpful for both kids and adults. Of course, if you or your child is struggling…
My Christian life: Battling mental illness as a young mom
God carried me through my battle with mental illness. I’m not sure if many people would say the year after they spent a week in a mental health hospital was…
Parent conversations: How do I help a child who is struggling to adapt to the new school year?
The beginning of the school year can be a time of great excitement—buying new school supplies, reuniting with friends, and learning new skills. Sometimes, though, that excitement turns quickly to…
Burden bearer
You might start each day at the bottom of anxiety's steep slope, but you aren't abandoned. You're with your heavenly Father. Are you an anxious Christian? Your anxiety—that worry-hound chewing…
Refined by fire
A teen shares her mental health struggles and how God gave her the strength to endure. Going into high school I knew to expect the unexpected, however, nothing could have…
Parent conversations: How can we help today’s overwhelmed teens?
Being a teen has always involved struggle and angst. The difference today is that a teen’s struggles can be broadcast immediately to an entire world of virtual “friends.” Plus, social…
My Christian life: One man’s battle with anxiety
Anxiety can prove to be a good thing. It can draw us back to God and his promises. I recently took my mask off. I am not referring to the…
Book nook: Whatever is True: A Christian View of Anxiety
William Woodington writes from years of personal experience dealing with anxiety while he searched for answers in a myriad of self-help books. One of these books especially spoke to Woodington,…