The Pause of Faith: How to Overcome False Spiritual Urgency

One of the most classic telltale symptoms of a religious compulsion—especially in the life of someone struggling with scrupulosity—is a deep, unshakable sense of spiritual urgency. It’s not the healthy ...

Anxiety, Balance, Faith and Trust, God’s Character, Obedience

Jaimie Eckert

Aug 17, 2025

Take up Your Cross: A Balanced Approach

Long ago, our Lord and Master Jesus Christ told us, “If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow Me” (Matthew ...

Balance, Guidance, Obedience, Sin, Worship

Jaimie Eckert

Apr 18, 2023

How to Avoid Gluttony Without Being Fanatical

The deadly sin of gluttony is one which most conscientious Christians wish to avoid. But highly conscientious Christians can sometimes take this avoidance to extremes! Thus, it’s important to learn ...

Balance, Bible Study, Food, Obedience

Jaimie Eckert

Jan 25, 2023

How to Overcome Sin: A Guide for Sensitive Souls

When Jesus called us to follow Him, it wasn’t into a valley of rose petals. He called us to come, to bear our cross, to die with Him, and to ...

Balance, Forgiveness, Guidance, Obedience, Sin

Jaimie Eckert

Jul 20, 2022