Spring Cleaning for the Soul
Today marks the first full day of spring in the Northern Hemisphere! The brighter sun begins to burst forth, revealing a kaleidoscope of growing…
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Ignite the Spark: Creative Date Night Ideas for Christian Couples
Life often gets crowded with work, bills, kids, and routines. Before long, marriage can slip into autopilot. But keeping your relationship strong does not…
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Christmas Found Me
One recent evening, my small group met in one of our family homes. We shared snacks, swapped stories, prayed, celebrated wins, named needs. Ordinary…
Tuning In: How to Hear God’s Voice in Our Busy World
In the hustle and bustle of our modern lives, finding a quiet moment to listen for God’s voice can feel like a daunting challenge.…
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Love Hard. Hurt Less. Choosing Love Over Division
In a world that often pushes us toward division over differing opinions, why not take a different path? Why not choose love instead? Of…
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5 Bible Study Topics for a New Season
September is here, and small groups are starting up in churches everywhere. For many of us, this is a reset point in the year.…
Whose Interests Are You Really Serving?
Philippians 2:20-21 (NIV):“I have no one else like him, who will show genuine concern for your welfare. For everyone looks out for their own…
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10 Bible Chapters That Changed Me (And Still Do)
Let’s be honest. The Bible is beautiful, powerful, and occasionally intimidating. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, especially if you’re just getting started or coming…
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Seeing the Unseen
I often find myself drawn to worship God as I learn more about our magnificent earth and the heavens. Two weeks ago, I set…
Understanding the Jesus Prayer
The Jesus Prayer: A Pathway to God’s Presence Prayer is a cornerstone of the Christian faith, a sacred dialogue between humanity and God. Among…
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