I clearly remember thinking a few years ago: “I wonder how I would react if someone close to me passed away? Would I fall apart and not be able to cope?”
Åshild Opitz has had Jesus as a friend for nearly 40 years. She shares some of her experiences here. How does she communicate with Jesus? How does she actually know that He exists?
Everyone needs good friends, and many people insist that having friends is essential to living a good life.
Daily life consists of small and large incidents. Praise or flattery puts me in a good mood. On the other hand, negative comments can ruin my day and cause a lot of bad feelings. But is life is supposed to be like that?
I ended up in circumstances I never would have had anything to do with before! Life became dark for me, and my despair was stronger than ever. It scared me to realize that I was moving in a direction so far away from the person I wanted to be.
I remember that I just happen to have a 50 kroner bill (about US$9, €8) in my car that day, which I rarely have. Right then, I realize that it is meant for him, and that I don’t want him to pay me back.
Faith is fundamental to Christianity – faith in God, in Jesus as our Savior, and in the assurance that God has forgiven all our sins. But what about the future? What is the outcome of your faith?
My suitcase is packed, and my passport is ready. It is three o’clock in the morning, and we are on our way to Gardermoen airport. Destination: The promised land – Israel!
The recent bombing and shooting tragedy in Norway raises many emotions and questions. What can I do? God’s Word gives inspiration and comfort.
It is written in the Bible that I should not be anxious. But what if I get a poor grade on my exam? Will God give me good grades if I am not anxious? What is best for me?
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