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Keep Calm and Carry On
“See the hole in the skyline?”I leaned forward and followed the finger of the driver. He was a rotund guy named Frank. Neck too big for his collar, hands too ...
Celebrating an Untraditional Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is approaching and, as a mom, you would think I’d be excited.Don’t judge me when I say, “I’m not”.This isn’t a case of false martyrdom or not being ...
Moms, You Are Never Alone: Abiding in Christ
A while back a friend of mine got a dog to help her adjust to the empty nest of the school year, with her last child going off to elementary ...
Get Your Gifts for Mom! (...and Yourself)
Editor’s note: Mother’s Day is right around the corner and I don’t know about your mama, but mine is challenging to buy for! She doesn’t want anything fancy, or expensive. ...
How Do We Become Wise?
In her dazzling poem “The Summer Day,” Mary Oliver asks a poignant question: “Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?”We all ...
Be Careful, Little Eyes, What You See
There is truth to the adage that the eyes are the windows to the soul. What you let in through your eyes will work its way inside. Jesus warned us ...
You’re Invited to the You’ll Get Through This Online Bible Study
Everyone goes through hard times. But, sometimes, it’s more than hard. It’s overwhelming.Several years ago, I had $19.13 in my bank with a stack of unpaid bills and no clue ...
Roadblocks to Healing
Be very careful, then, how you live — not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, ...
The Apostles' Code: Countenance
The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace. — Galatians 5:22The evidence of Spirit-filled living will not be in what we say or even in what we do. It ...
The Rock, the Road, and the Rabbi: The Upper Room and Pentecost
Pentecost Sunday When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled ...
What Will We Do in Heaven?
The New Heaven and the New EarthGod has established an eternal home for His children where there will be no sickness or dying. Former sorrows will not be remembered as ...
Samurais & Monks: How Ancient Rhythms Can Help You Experience God
Editor’s note: The moment we live in presents us with many difficulties, but this time also offers an opportunity to revisit the rhythms of our life and the practice of ...
The Pantry
Eat your food with joy, and drink your wine with a happy heart, for God approves of this!— Ecclesiastes 9:7 NLTThe pantry looks different for all of us. It may ...
Talking: Taming the Tongue
The apostle James has more good advice about the tongue.My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to ...
Jesus OBS — Wrapping It Up!
We have a high priest who is able to understand, and since He understands we find mercy and grace when we need it. When we fall, we are not forgotten. ...
Galilee: The Woman Who Was Healed by a Touch
Editor’s note: We’re all disappointed about travel cancellations, so we’re bringing the Holy Land to you! Join our Online Bible Study, The Rock, the Road, and the Rabbi with Kathie ...
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Face Uncertain Times with Unbreakable Courage
Join the FREE Online Bible Study and get access to 6 study videos and other Bible study resources - all free when you sign up! Study starts 10/5