Will You Pass the Test of Praise?
What comes to your mind when you think of being “tested”? For students, testing means...
Thanksgiving Litany
Hey Friends, This past Sunday, our church read—in one united voice—a particularly poignant responsive reading to prepare our hearts for...
The Astounding Family That Awaits Us
Okay, I’m going to say something that may sound unsettling, but I want you to think about it. Are you ready? The whole idea of...
The Twin Truths Beneath Contentment
Learning defines much of our lives. We mark educational moments — graduations from kindergarten,...
3 Questions to Ask About Forgiveness
Forgiveness is rarely instantaneous. The words “I forgive you” are freely offered with a faith towards God, but we all know they can...
Christmas & God’s Forever Family Part Three
The Christmas season scrambles emotions. We feel conflicted. Family gatherings can be complicated. We long for it, we brace for it. We hope...
Christmas & God’s Forever Family Part Two
In Part One, we met Robert, Eddie and David. Three strangers who discovered, to their utter...
Christmas & God’s Forever Family Part One
Recently I read a story about Robert, a guy who went to college in upstate New York. During his Week One on campus, people kept greeting...
Resilience Booster: Jesus is For You
Another doctor’s appointment. Another setback at work. Another conflict in your church. The struggles Christians face can feel...
Resilience Booster: Jesus Went Ahead of Us
Pitch a rock in any direction right now and it will drop on someone who feels overwhelmed. I hardly...
