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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.

A girl received a brand-new sports car from her dad on her 18th birthday. It was beautiful! Bright red with […]

God gives us opportunities to love and serve people, but what about when we’re at rock bottom and can’t go on?

When I was in the 6th grade, my dad found an old typewriter. It was really, really old. The kind […]

(The following is a family devotional guide with suggested questions and scriptures.) Focus Verse: Brothers and sisters, continue to think […]

Traditionally, a bride, adorned in her white wedding gown, would have a veil covering her face as she walked down […]

Ministry life has often been difficult and heartbreaking, but God has shown me some irrefutable truths.

When Jesus rebuked his disciples for shooing away the little children, he taught a countercultural lesson.

We must have the mind of Christ to reject the things of this world.

I’ve always been afraid of the dark. I’ll turn the light off in the room only to run and jump […]

As an image bearer of Christ, what does the billboard of your life say about the God you serve?

The table. It’s a place where families gather to share a meal and talk about their day. It’s the spot […]

It you’re a child of God, there should be no guilt, shame, or condemnation for having human emotions. Take them all to Him.

What is your favorite invention? Microwave? Flashlight? Yeti cup? Sunscreen? Computer? Air conditioner? There are a gazillion things I love […]

How does a Christian family deal with the pain, anger, and disappointment of teen pregnancy?

After church on Sundays, my niece and I would get to hang out. I would tell her she had $10 […]

(The following is a family devotional guide with suggested questions and scriptures.) Focus Verse: I will praise You because I […]

Teaching is a higher calling, wouldn’t you agree? I think every parent who has been thrown into the world of […]

To persevere as believers, we must pay attention to the health of our souls.

If you’re not allowing Jesus to guide your path, you will not see the people he wants you to reach.