Health and Wellness Archives

Ballerina Misty Copeland makes history, American Ballet Theater's first African American principal ballerina

5 Inspiring Misty Copeland Quotes

Wisdom from the history-making ballerina.

When God Allows Pain

During those painful times in our lives, we often experience the most progress and growth, if we’ll just push through the pain.

If you're waking up to a stress-filled day, praise God first thing!

If you’re waking up to a stress-filled day, try thinking about these lines from Shawnelle Eliasen: Lord, thank you for this morning. Thank you for the things You’ll do today. Thank you for going with me–wherever I go. You are kind, compassionate, and in control.

A Comforting Sign from Heaven

By Sabra Ciancanelli4 min read

In this excerpt from Thin Places, a grieving family receives a comforting message from heaven.

July 4th Fun Facts: 7 Things You Might Not Know

By Jessica Toomer3 min read

From Liberty Bell myths to political rivalries and how the Declaration of Independence could’ve sounded very different, here are 7 things you should know before celebrating July 4th.

Seven cancer survivors learned the power of saying "yes" while rock climbing together for the first time in Arizona.

Cancer Survivors Connect in an Outdoor Adventure

By Brett Leveridge2 min read

It’s easy to feel alone when one is battling a disease like cancer, but these men found strength and courage in numbers.

Feeling blue? How to reclaim your happiness so you can get back to serving God.

9 Ways to Reclaim Your Happiness

By Michelle Cox1 min read

Feeling discouraged? Here are nine ways to climb out of an emotional rut so you can reclaim your happiness and get back to doing God’s work!

Grief’s Grace

By julia-attaway2 min read

Participating in a grief-stricken gathering for a child’s memorial, Julia Attaway realizes that “none of us get out of this alive, and that the only real way is to get through it together, with faith in God.”

Comfort Someone with a Hug Today

By Michelle Medlock Adams2 min read

The Hugs for Health Foundation has established June 29 as National Hug Holiday, stating: “Hug Holiday is founded on the premise that hugs, friendship and volunteer support are vital components to the overall senior care plan.”

A change of scene can do wonders for your outlook.

Come On, Get Happy!

By Michelle Cox2 min read

How to get yourself out of the doldrums and back to a happy place.

In God's eyes, you are perfect! You are fearfully and wonderfully made.

You Are Wonderfully Made!

By Judy Royal Glenn1 min read

Remember you are fearfully and wonderfully made! I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well. (Psalm 139:14, ESV)