Make Heaven Crowded

08/05/2026

07/05/2026

While boundaries are necessary, taking them too far can defeat their intended purpose.

Maybe you've experienced being cut off by your adult children without explanation or reason...

Maybe you only want a boundary in place because you desire to control the other person…

Maybe you've implemented boundaries as a demand for perfection, expecting the other person to be prepared to receive all the information and apply it immediately…

The truth is, a boundary is meant to be a communication tool to establish what is and is not okay. It is not meant to shove others away.

We understand that when relationship dynamics change, it can be tempting to set strict boundaries to protect ourselves and those we love. But there's a way to use boundaries to help us fight for the healthiest version of our family relationships.

If you're struggling to practice boundaries in your relationships, this conversation provides practical and spiritual guidance to:

• See boundaries as a way to find freedom, rather than a tool to isolate or control the other person

• Communicate clear consequences that provide an "If this, then that" framework, providing accountability, instead of cutting off the relationship

• Lead with humility and honor, approaching conversations seeking first to understand

Join Lysa Terkeurst, Shae Hill, Jim Cress, and Dr. Joel Muddamalle on this week's episode of The Therapy and Theology Podcast.

You can listen to this episode here: https://proverbs31.io/4uh2efP

07/05/2026

07/05/2026

The biggest test of faith is waiting.

17/04/2026

A discernment deficiency will have you loyal to a counterfeit, but a discerning heart gives you the ability to see beyond presentation!

🎬 PART 1: “Discernment in Motion”

She didn’t rush.
She didn’t assume.
She looked again.
Because discernment isn’t loud… it’s accurate.

Not everything that shines is sent.
Not everything that feels right is rooted right.

So she tested it.
She held it.
She paid attention to what it produced.
And when truth revealed itself…
she didn’t hesitate to let the counterfeit fall apart. Then she chose what carried life.

“Test the spirits to see whether they are from God…” - 1 John 4:1

“By their fruit you will recognize them.” - Matthew 7:16

Discernment isn’t about suspicion…it’s about alignment.

CDC: Created To Create Make Heaven Crowded Celine Dawson

05/04/2026

05/04/2026

This is a playful way of saying spiritual connection matters more than just romantic connection. 😄🙏

Anyone can say sweet words, but if they’re not willing to pray with you and for you, they might not be ready to truly walk life with you.

Because real love isn’t just “I like you”—it’s “I bring you before God.” 💛

So yeah… if they can’t talk to God about you, they might not be the one to walk with you through what life brings. 🔥🙏

05/04/2026