The Coordinated Living
Explore practical guides for Christian living and personal daily reflections. Find wisdom, insights, and spiritual practices to strengthen your everyday Christian walk and deepen your relationship with God.
Knowing his voice
John 10:3-5 KJV [3] To him the porter openeth; and the sheep hear his voice: and he calleth his own sheep by name, and ...
Thanksgiving
Thanking God for forgiving us for the times we looked down on ourselves or felt inferior. We are grateful for grace when...
Personal
I didn't always see things this way. I used to be in constant overdrive, trying to figure everything out. I would trace ...
Psalm 119:89-91
Reflecting on Psalm 119:89, I am reminded that your word, Lord, is settled forever in heaven—incorruptible and unchangin...
Hearts revealed
Circumstances in life reveal our hearts towards God. James 1:2-4 KJV [2] My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall in...
Falsehood Masquerading as Compassion
I will always stand by this: look for things in the places God has placed them. Our desire to have empathy and help oth...
Personal
"A thousand times I failed, but still your mercy remains. Should I stumble again, still I'm caught in your grace. " Thi...
The reason
Our foundation and reason for living is clear: the resurrection of Christ. The resurrection of Christ is purposeful. We...
Be careful
When your present needs and feelings influence your choices, you're building a life on an unstable foundation. Our needs...
Recognition
Recognizing the part you have played in your own story is the first step toward repentance. We are quick to turn on each...
The choice to simplify
We are constantly looking for a perfect life, a flawless moment where we can see God’s hand in motion. But the truth is,...
Make time for God
I’ve come to a point in my life where the phrase “make time for God” feels deeply unsettling. We hear this phrase so of...
Forgiveness in Christ
Being forgiven doesn't mean remaining in the same sins or holding onto the same desires you have always had. Forgiveness...
Reflection
Galatians 2:19-21 MSG [19-21a] What actually took place is this: I tried keeping rules and working my head off to plea...
Our desire to be something
It's essential to recognize that the desire to make something of ourselves is neither out of place nor unusual. Many peo...
Good intentions
The road to hell is paved with good intentions. The world is filled with people with GOOD INTENTIONS. This classic prov...
Filled with him
Filled With Him: A Reflection on 1 Corinthians 13:1–3 Wouldn’t it be comforting to see ten steps ahead? To make perfect...
Overwhelmed to our detriment
Have you ever found yourself rushing through a busy day, only to realize you've missed something important unfolding rig...
The known end
He alludes to the end. This statement from Isaiah lays the foundation for our understanding: God knows the end from the...
Take a look at suffering
If God is good, why is there suffering? Why does God allow his people to suffer? Why does it feel like I can never catch...
The unchangable
Ecclesiastes 1:9–11 reminds us: “That which has been is that which will be again… there is nothing new under the sun.” ...
The Lord speaks
Here's something to think about: not speaking your father's language. Just as a child naturally learns and speaks their ...
Personal
I've found peace in walking in the light of God's word, even when I struggle internally. I grew weary of twisting God's ...