3 Blessings Fathers Need to Thank and Encourage Them Every Day
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3 Blessings Fathers Need to Thank and Encourage Them Every Day

Have you ever noticed that we spend Mother’s Day telling moms they’re wonderful? We honor them with love through gifts and attention. The goal is to make moms feel appreciated for all they do and celebrate their role in the lives of their children and their influence on society. And that’s great! But there is…

How God’s Grace is Able to Bless Your Life Now and Eternally
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How God’s Grace is Able to Bless Your Life Now and Eternally

People who trust and follow Jesus use the word “grace” often. We’re told that “grace” is an essential part of faith but what exactly is grace? The Dictionary defines grace: Miriam Webster Dictionary – “the unmerited divine assistance given humans for their regeneration or sanctification.” The Oxford Dictionary – “the free and unmerited favour of…

5 Amazing Ways the Spirit of God Works in You Every Day
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5 Amazing Ways the Spirit of God Works in You Every Day

Rev recently shared the following section from the book, Life Support by Robert Whitlow, with me: And the Holy Spirit moved across Alexia Lindale’s heart. It was a divine moment — a delayed response to the faith-filled prayers of an Ohio farm wife who had quietly walked in the upstairs bedroom where her dark-haired granddaughter…

When You’re Fighting Loneliness These 3 Promises Are Sure to Help
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When You’re Fighting Loneliness These 3 Promises Are Sure to Help

We are connected to more people than at any other time in history and yet, more people say they struggle with feelings of anxiety, stress, loneliness, sadness, and low self-esteem than ever before. So, let me ask… How are you doing in the fight against loneliness? I want you to know today that you are…

Why It’s Important for You to Know and Live Your Core Values Today
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Why It’s Important for You to Know and Live Your Core Values Today

If asked, could you define your core values? Okay, maybe we should start by explaining what the phrase”core values” means. Core values are the fundamental beliefs that help people and organizations make decisions and focus on goals. Knowing our core values can help us make choices, manage our time more effectively, and balance our careers,…

The Best Way to Apply the 10 Commandments to Your Life Today
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The Best Way to Apply the 10 Commandments to Your Life Today

What thoughts float through your mind whenever the subject of the Commandments comes up? Are you guilty? Uncomfortable? Disinterested? Proud? Do you believe there are a couple that are antiquated and just don’t apply anymore? Do you ever mentally run through the list and think, “Hmm, I’m doing a pretty good job?” Whatever your reaction…

3 Ways to Graciously Handle the Many Emotions of Mother’s Day
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3 Ways to Graciously Handle the Many Emotions of Mother’s Day

Just the thought of Mother’s Day can produce a whole range of feelings. The emotions of Mother’s Day can be thrilling and heartbreaking! So, maybe like me – you’re already anticipating the annual all-over-the-place highs and lows. I’ve experienced motherhood as a biological mother, an adoptive mother, a foster mother, a mother-in-law, and a substitute…

How to Answer Someone Who Says Your Faith is Belief Without Evidence
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How to Answer Someone Who Says Your Faith is Belief Without Evidence

There’s a Twitter user who seems to take pleasure in challenging followers of Jesus and the Bible. This individual often replies to faith posts with comments like… “Faith is believing something without sufficient evidence. Faith is pretending to know things you don’t know.” Is that right? Is faith belief without evidence? This is how the…