Holly Stratton

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Category archives: Culture

Beware Of The Danger In The Dark

Beware, Christian. The great danger in the midst of darkness is the lure of whispering promises that have no power to be kept in the midst of destruction. That person of power. That promise of prosperity. That perspective of positivity. These seductive voices are too impotent to hold us fast if God chooses to strip every last ounce of security from our earthly life. Read more

Lord, Help Me Not To Fear Those Who Cannot Kill The Soul

And Jesus said to his disciples... "Do not fear those who kill the body but who cannot kill the soul. Rather fear Him who can destroy both soul and body in hell." Matthew 10:28  It's revolting to hear of the senseless massacre of lives, whether on the killing fields of Vietnam... Read more

3 Facts About Anger To Help Keep Your Cool In The Political Heat

The temptation to embrace anger is enticing because of our pride. Anger is comforting. It's like a warm blanket on a cold night, and moving beyond the heat of its emotion requires stepping into our pain and facing the chill of our loss. It requires stepping into a place of humility where, stripped of our warm perception of strength, we're left with the cold perception of weakness. Read more