When we feel spiritually numb and disconnected from God's power, we can learn from Jonah's story and the sailors who called on God in a storm. God's rescue plans are already in motion, and we can trust in his limitless power to deliver us from life's challenges. [... more]

Living in denial can lead to emotional numbness, superficial friendships, and a lack of trust. God's redemption is available to those who seek it, but it requires facing the truth and opening up to God's cleansing power. [... more]

God desires truth in the inward parts, and we often resort to denial to avoid blame, pain, and shame. Denial can lead to emotional numbness, superficial friendships, lack of trust, manipulation, selective listening, and a hardened heart. The Bible says that God knows us entirely, continually, and eternally, and we can never hide from him. [... more]

When life becomes overwhelming, it's easy to feel numb and disconnected from the people and relationships that matter most. But this numbness can harden into a heart that's resistant to godly sorrow and repentance, causing damage to our marriages and relationships. Recognizing the signs of running on empty, such as feeling numb, angry, or disconnected, is crucial to taking action and making intentional choices to nurture our relationships and spiritual growth. [... more]

Dr. Lina Abu-Jamra shares her personal story of faith fractures and deconstruction, exploring the complexities of church hurt, spiritual numbness, and the importance of coming to God with longings rather than expectations. [... more]