Life on Purpose
When trust in God yields disappointment
The scripture asks, 'Has anyone trusted in the Lord and been disappointed?’' Yes, I said to the Lord. “I have trusted in you all my life and yes, I have been disappointed.” Life on Purpose by Eileen Benthal.
Shed doubt, step out of the boat … and walk
"You of little faith. Why did you doubt?” Why, indeed? Life on Purpose by Eileen Benthal
The power of language
God gave us two ears and one mouth for a reason. “Let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak and slow to anger.” (James 1:19) If we spent more time listening to one another than speaking in anger, the world would probably be a better place.
Afraid but strong, choosing light over darknesss
On the eve of her 91st brain surgery, Johanna Benthal, age 18, wanted to take a picture showing her strength and hope.
Finding freedom from fear and worry
It's easy to let fear and worry take over our lives and cripple us — especially if you're coping with chronic illness in the family. Find freedom by replacing fear and worry with trust.
Does God weep?
God the father has the heart of the best parent. If we feel pain when our children are in pain, how much more does God, the perfect parent, feel our pain and our sorrow?
The cross at Ground Zero
What was God thinking when He left the cross stand but let the buildings fall?
It is love alone that counts
We get wrapped up in so many pursuits. But without love our words are just noise, our actions empty gestures.
Running: lessons from a 5K race
After completing her first 5K, Eileen Benthal reflects on the similarities between running and life. This week's Life on Purpose.
Yes, the ‘end times’ are near
It’s hard to watch the news these days. Sometimes I feel like I’m watching a frightening movie play out on a big screen....
