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In this day and age, we don’t want to believe there are consequences for our sins. We want to only believe that God is loving and forgiving. He is, but He is also righteous.

If we are the body of Christ, why aren’t our hands reaching out to the hurting and our arms to the broken?

God’s law of rest for the land wasn’t about keeping something from the people, it was about refocusing their attention to what truly matters. Where is our focus?

Answered prayers can look very different; either way, God promises to be our strength and our shield.

Do you remember the show Undercover Bosses? The idea was for the CEO to go undercover and see what the […]

When you’re the one lacking self -control, don’t put the blame on someone else.

In your brokenness, know that from God’s perspective, you are covered by grace and used for his glory.

Child of God, It may like feel like he has left you alone and forgotten, but I promise you he has not and will not.

Understanding the Bible is about making connections between theology and application.

The moment I held them in my arms, I knew there was nothing more perfect. Their eyes so big and […]

Though we are not worthy of it, God calls us victorious and brings us out of the deep waters of grief.

Have you ever tried to make someone love you? My first thought was actually of this old dog of my […]

If you’re grieving right now, there are enemies preventing your healing, especially Satan.

When you’re hurting and weary of the constant pain of loss, don’t hesitate to use your support network.

The days of the typewriter. Do you remember those? You had to practice and practice to make sure you could […]

(The following is a family devotional guide with suggested questions and scriptures.) Focus Verse: “In all circumstances give thanks, for […]

How long do I have to quarantine? How many days after fever before I can be around others? What if […]

There are different kinds of loss, but the most devastating one is that of a loved one, but God proves himself faithful despite the pain it brings.

You can trust God to help when it’s time to share your story of abundant and undeserved grace.

Don’t let your words lead to destruction and death but to truth and light.

Recently, my father-in-law was diagnosed as a diabetic. With a really high glucose level, the doctor took immediate action and […]

Spending quality, uninterrupted time with God is truly the only way to become more like him.

During many lessons with my High School Sunday School class, I would ask the question, “what do people think it […]

There are different kinds of wisdom in this world, but the only one worth noting comes from the Lord and is God given . . . if you ask.

I was 17 and had the keys to the car. Freedom. As long as I had gas money, I could […]

All-in. You’ve heard that said as someone pushes their stack of chips across the table as they hold what they […]

(The following is a family devotional guide with suggested questions and scriptures.) Focus Verse: “Whatever you ask for in prayer, […]

When we play Phase 10, one of our favorite things is laying down our phase and saying “and I did […]

Recently, my father in-law was diagnosed with diabetes. So, when the doctor said the diet had to change and our […]

I love watching home restoration shows. Taking something old and restoring it to a beautiful place, there’s just something incredible […]

I can’t remember if I told you this, but I have a horrible memory. My husband and I can be […]

The feeling of that twenty-dollar bill in my hand was like none other. I never had money. Especially not $20. […]

(The following is a family devotional guide with suggested questions and scriptures.) Focus Verse: “We know that in everything God […]

I couldn’t get enough. I wanted to spend every waking hour with him. To learn about who he was, where […]

In college, I had a professor who gave us a test. We had ample amount of time to study for […]

We’ve been studying on Wednesday nights about friends. Some tough questions are asked that really make us search our own […]

Avoid the religious thinking of today’s world and set your heart on Jesus, allowing your thoughts be his thoughts.

You know it’s going to be a tough day when you wake up with a crick in your neck. It’s […]

You may not like it, Christian, but as a believer you have some kind of influence, so what does that look like?

A maritime tradition states that it is the responsibility of the captain of the vessel to ensure each member of […]

(The following is a family devotional guide with suggested questions and scriptures.) Focus Verse: “Christ gives me the strength to […]

Everything Jesus did as God was about intentionally seeking and saving the lost.

Mustard or mayo? Chocolate or Vanilla? Mountains or beach? Winter or summer? Day in and day out, my MASH group […]

No one wants to lose, but what does a victorious life really mean to you?

The true celebration of Easter begins with a heart that is fully surrendered to God’s will.

As we consider Jesus’ birth, death, and resurrection, prayerfully read and soak in the Gospel accounts until they renew your mind.

Have you ever been guilty of something? Yeah, me neither. It’s definitely always someone else’s fault…not mine. The time my […]

Everything on this earth is temporary, but our true, eternal hope is in a kingdom where God sits on his holy throne.

A dear friend of mine and her daughter, who are two of the most awesome people ever, packed up and […]

What once was a heavy barrier between God and man is now a symbol of the depth of Jesus’ love for mankind.