When Love Meant War and War Meant Hell
War - Looking back, I think it was the only time I saw my granddad cry. Late one evening in the spring of 2002, I walked into his house and found...
Remember November’s Other Holiday
We love November for Thanksgiving and all it brings, including family time, food, and fun. However, let's not forget November's other holiday: Veterans Day.
When Our Ambition Kills the Mission
We all want to be great, but we have to be careful that our ambitions don't become an idol and interfere with our mission from Jesus.
The Deceiving Nature of 'Striving for Greatness'
We all have a deep longing for greatness. Every human being deep down is striving for greatness. But at what cost? Here's a Biblical perspective.
Overcoming Your Past By Understanding These 3 Key Truths
Many of us feel trapped by our past. We live in bondage from unforgiveness caused by our past wounds. Overcoming your past is just 3 HELPFUL steps away!
Depression is Real but it Really Gets Better
I remember wanting to die from depression. This was a distinctly different feeling than wanting to kill myself. But I knew I didn’t want to live like this.
Choosing God’s Approval Instead of Man’s Approval [Podcast]
If I were to ask you, which is more important? God’s approval or man’s approval. You’d probably quickly answer, God’s approve. But is that really the truth?
Are You Thirsty? [We All Thirst For Something]
Being thirsty is often used to label people who are desperately seeking someone else. We all have a thirsting desire and longing in our hearts. But for who?
God's Divine Intervention and Healing
When we find ourselves hopeless in our sin, doomed for eternal suffering, God freely gives us his gift of healing grace through his son Jesus. What joy!
Being Renewed In Jesus Christ is Enough
Jesus Christ is enough. Spending time with Him, through praise and worship, reading the Bible, prayer and listening leads to being renewed.
Who Does Kayne West Think He Is?
Before you gear up to criticize Kanye West, take a moment and listen to what he is saying. Who does Kanye think he is? Just another person like you and me.
Why Local Churches Should Work Together More Often
Why does any of this matter? Well, it all comes down to being effective sharers of the Gospel. More new believers are served when churches work together.
What a Christian Marriage Should Look Like
After being married for close to 15 years, my husband and I have learned a lot about what a Christian marriage should look like. Here's our journey...
Hope: Becoming a Better People
Hope is focusing the present and the future through the lens of God’s faithfulness in the past. Do you still have hope when life takes a different turn?
Count it All Joy: The Gift of Being Stripped of All You Have
God desires for you to know Him, and to know that regardless of what you gain or lose you have all you need if you remain in Him.
What Does Your Passion Say About You?
Being a person of passion can lead you to both good and bad things. But being passionate about God will lead you to discovering your purpose in life.
Why Being Like a Mountain Goat For God Matters
Be like a mountain goat for God? Sounds strange when you read it, right? Let me explain what this means and why it matters so much.
Second Chances in Life: Blended Family
Some people think of a blended family with negative perceptions. But how blessed are we that God gives us all multiple chances at getting things right?
Why Risen is Still One of My Most Favorite Movies
Have you ever watched a movie that inspires you everytime? For me, that is Risen. This movie always encourages my faith and strengthens my walk.
Too Many Turkeys Will Spoil Your Shot
Too many turkeys, too much calling for our attention, keep us from being effective in our calling. God's Word re-focuses our sights where they need to be.