Advent…the season when we reflect on God entering the world through a baby, reveals a side of God that we might not expect: weakness. How might the “weakness” of God encourage you this Christmas?

Too often we measure our self-worth by how many “points” we are putting up on a scoreboard. Stop playing the game of self-worth. Find out why your value isn't something you earn—it's a gift from a loving God that you already possess. This post draws on wisdom from Henri Nouwen.

Shame is a painful emotion. As a result, we resort to a variety of coping mechanisms to cover the pain. But is it worth the trouble? This article explores the ways we try to cover our shame and a better alternative.

When you look in the mirror, what do you see? Do you see someone destined for failure? And does it cause you to want to give up on life? What do you think God sees in you? If you could see what he sees, would that give you hope? Read this post to reflect on this.

Does shame make you sabotage good things in your life? Discover how self-sabotage and accepting less stem from deep-seated shame—and find hope for a spiritual reset.

Sometimes we can’t forgive ourselves because we’ve made a vow against it. It’s our way of punishing ourselves. But if you want to move on with your life, it’s important to forgive yourself. You may need to break a vow first. Read this post to learn how.

What causes shame? In this post F. Remy Diederich looks at the roots of shame and shows a way to overcome it.