When confronted with brokenness in the world, we tend to resort to one of two responses: optimism or cynicism. But what if the Christmas story shows us there is actually a third (and better) option: hope?

Loneliness is difficult at any time of year, but the holiday season often has a way of exacerbating it. Is there anything we can know or do to somehow deal with the problem of feeling lonely?

At Christmas, we're all bound to come into contact with some challenging relationships. Christ followers take the pathway of forgiveness and reconciliation, even when the actions might not be reciprocated.

Is it possible that we miss out on something beautiful about the season because we refuse to look at Christmas with fresh eyes?

The ultimate “now what?” led to the redemption of the world. What if your Plan B has been pointing you toward this all along?

“Now what?” is an invitation to lean into a faith in God we haven’t demonstrated before. His invitation is to experience his power in the midst of our weakness.

Oftentimes, God is at work behind the scenes in “now what?” in ways we don’t see or expect. Don’t mistake God’s silence for his absence.

When confronted with a “now what?” that reminds us we’re not in control, we’re tempted to seize back control somehow. God asks us to take one step at a time, following and trusting him.

Everyone is going to experience a “Plan B” at some point or another. The best thing we can do is to be honest that we’re there and refuse to let our circumstances be the defining factor in how we think God feels about us.

Gratitude has the power to change everything.