Drifting Away from God (Heb. 2:1-4, 8-9)
If you’re not as close to God as you once were, it’s probably because you gradually drifted away … When a child of God finds himself distant from his Father, it’s less often the result of rebellion than it is of either neglect or discouragement. The writer of Hebrews provides effective remedies for both.
Under the Broom Tree
“He [Elijah] came to a broom tree, sat down under it and prayed that he might die. “I have had enough, Lord,” he said. “Take my life; I am no better than my ancestors.” Then he lay down under the tree and fell asleep.” (1 Kings 19:4-5, NIV) Elijah was let down, run down, and […]