✨ Verse of the Day
“Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.”
— Matthew 11:28 (NLT)
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Building Life on a Foundation You can Trust
Every builder knows the foundation matters. A beautiful house may look impressive from the outside, but if its foundation is weak, cracks will eventually appear. The same is true of our lives. The decisions we make, the values we hold, and the direction we choose all need a foundation strong enough to withstand life’s challenges.…
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The Power of a Servant’s Heart
The Power of a Servant’s Heart What if True Greatness Looks Different? Have you ever noticed how much of our world is built around the pursuit of power? We chase influence, recognition, and positions that make us feel important. We want our voices heard, our accomplishments noticed, and our opinions respected. Yet Jesus offers a…
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Podcast Episode: Finding Peace In Uncertain Times
Get Encouraged is the kind of site that meets you in the cave before it hands you the canteen — and this week, Chris Miller brought both. The posts this week move through some real human territory — rebuilding trust after betrayal, finding peace and strength when life feels unstable, and what it means to…
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How to Trust Again After Heartbreak
Have you ever found yourself asking, “How can I trust again after being hurt so deeply?” Maybe a romantic relationship ended because of unfaithfulness. Perhaps a close friendship fell apart over betrayal, gossip, or broken promises. Maybe you experienced hurt within the church from people you expected to encourage and support you. When trust is…
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When Life is Uncertain, Where Do You Find Peace and Strength?
The world changes quickly. Plans shift, unexpected challenges arise, and the future can feel unclear. In moments like these, we all need two things: peace for our hearts and strength for the journey ahead. The good news is that God promises both. Psalm 29:11 declares, “The Lord gives his people strength. The Lord blesses them…
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An Unstable Life
Have you ever looked around at your life and thought, “Everything feels unstable”?The plans you counted on suddenly change. The future feels uncertain. The foundation beneath your feet seems to tremble, and you wonder how anyone can remain confident when life feels like it is falling apart. David understood that feeling well. David spent much…
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Finding Hope in Hopeless Moments
Have you ever smiled in public while privately wondering if God had forgotten you? Maybe you prayed and heard nothing.Maybe you waited and saw no change.Maybe disappointment, exhaustion, or heartbreak left you asking questions you never thought you would ask. The writer of Psalm 77 understood that feeling deeply. “Has the Lord rejected me forever?…
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There’s Something Powerful about Remembering
A song, photograph, or even a simple stone can bring back moments that shaped our lives and remind us of sacrifices we should never forget. In a world that moves quickly and constantly pushes us toward the next thing, Memorial Day invites us to pause, reflect, and honor those who gave so much for the…
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Who Will Stop?
Have you ever driven a dangerous stretch of road at night? The kind where the curves tighten unexpectedly…the visibility disappears…and something deep inside you whispers, “Stay alert. This isn’t safe.” That’s the scene Jesus paints in the parable of the Good Samaritan. He places us on a seventeen-mile stretch between Jerusalem and Jericho—a steep, rocky…
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Podcast Episode: Finding Peace In Hard Seasons
You know that feeling at 2 a.m. when your brain decides it’s the perfect time to schedule a full audit of everything that’s ever gone wrong? Chris Miller has been writing this week about the places where faith meets real pressure — sleepless nights, discouragement, and the quiet fear that God has stopped paying attention.…
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