Do you need a reminder that God is still working? The end of the year often brings a time of reflection, of looking back at the past twelve months. Flip through the calendar from the …
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The Beautiful, Unusual Manger Gift Foretold in Isaiah
Have you ever gotten an unusual Christmas gift? The first Christmas that Rick and I were married, we didn’t have much and needed a lot of things for our household. That year, my parents …
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5 Ways to Cultivate a Thankful Mindset
What fills your heart? Gratitude or gripes? Is it words of thanks or complaints about lacking of something? Studies have shown that thankfulness makes us healthier. In one …
Do You Know Your Identity in Christ?
Do you know your identity in Christ? We can define ourselves by our roles, our work, or our family but those descriptions are not our true identity. So many situations …
Time for a Change of Attitude?
Autumn brings many changes and challenges, one of which is the time change. Twice a year we repeat the phrase "fall back, spring forward" to hopefully avoid confusion about which …
The Greatest Life Story
The greatest life story, that of Jesus Christ, shaped the world and the Christian faith. Other religious leaders died, were buried, and remain in their graves. Jesus Christ …
Because of Love, No Turning Back
The master plan for our redemption was in the heart of God from the beginning of time in the Garden of Eden. The Old Testament points to the story of Jesus. This plan …
Are You Thirsting for God?
Are you thirsting for God? On our recent trip to Israel, we were told to have plenty of available water to keep hydrated. Although the temperature was moderate, once we got into the …
Living as a New Creation in Christ
As we start the new year, we read a lot about resolutions, goals, or selecting one word for the year. The year unfolds on day at a time. Our daily choices shape our lives. How will …
Packing Up, Sweeping Away, and Looking Forward
The week between Christmas and the new year is unique. Our activities usually involve packing away the Christmas decorations, sweeping away bits of wrapping paper, and munching on …
Far Reaching, Life-Changing Christmas Love
Christmas images of love stir sentimental scenes created from movies where people are cozy and happy. However, often real life is the opposite of those images. The love of God given …
Joy from the Manger for Everyday Life
Out culture shows Christmas as a perpetual happy time. In our minds we create images of people smiling, being comfortable with each other, and celebrating. The reality is that life is hard, …
Where is the Peace?
Peace is elusive in the the world today. International conflicts raise tensions in far away places. Financial or health uncertainties steal peace of mind. The caregiver of a terminally …
Hope Broke Through Silence
Do you have hope while waiting in silence? Or do you wonder if what you hoped for is worth it, and hope slips away? Throughout centuries, God’s people waited in hope for redemption. Some lost …
Biblical Thanksgiving Prayers
Prayers of thanksgiving are a necessary part of the believer's life, not just during a season of the year. Gratitude is a spiritual discipline for everyday life. The Bible …
Refocus Your Mindset through Simple Praise
Simple praise leads our hearts to God. We drove through the countryside with two of our grandchildren in the backseat. A praise song came on the radio that we had sung in church. Soon we …
Principles for Reconciliation in Marriage
Reconciliation in marriage is challenging, but is worth the effort. Marriage begins with the hope of living happily ever after, as we've been taught from fairy tales. However, because …
Speak Words of Worth to Your Soul
Do need some words of worth for your soul? Do you feel like you're doing your best but still coming up short? Feelings of inadequacy are overwhelming and possibly crippling. Life is …
The Rescue Plan for Souls
The week leading up to Easter is often busy with anticipation of celebrating spring, family get-togethers, and egg hunts. As the week unfolds, we live out the plan of our preparations. If we …
What is the Heart of the Matter?
Life has many distractions that disrupt our relationship with God. Our feelings get offended. We focus on the offense, holding on to the hurt or bitterness. We say or do something that …
