Listening to the Quiet
By Adam Hunter3 min read
I agree with Pascal’s advice that silence is key for inner peace. Sometimes, though, a quiet voice speaks to us in that silence and spurs us to connect with others.
Spiritual Growth
Spiritual growth comes in many forms, and at many speeds. Don’t rush your spiritual growth, but invest in it every day.
Pray Your Distractions
By Bob Hostetler3 min read
Praying your distractions works on several levels. It reminds you that anything and everything can move you to prayer.
Do You Struggle with a Wait Problem?
By Edie Melson2 min read
Today I challenge you to look at waiting as an active process. Ask for new eyes to see what’s really happening around and through you. Then rejoice in the journey, as God uses waiting to bring your dreams to fruition.
For a Better Life, Feed the Soul
By Adam Hunter3 min read
Children have an innate capacity for that “oh wow” feeling we get when something extraordinary moves us–all parents have to do is not poison it with their own cynicism and let it develop.
The Beauty of Serving
By Shawnelle Eliasen3 min read
A little boy’s anger toward his brother gives way as he learns to serve.
Healing from Our Hurts
By Pablo Diaz2 min read
The next time you feel hurt feelings coming on, pray, God, right now, I need your peace. Please calm my mind and replace my hurt with your caring love.
The Message of the Woodpecker
By Peggy Frezon2 min read
Today, I’m taking time to slow down, focus more intently and sit with the Lord, giving him my full attention.
Spring Cleaning for the Soul
By Michelle Cox5 min read
None of us will go to heaven with a U-Haul carrying our possessions. Now would be a great time for all of us to think about the things that really count. Do we need to do some spiritual spring cleaning?
Give Thanks for Tax Day
By Rick Hamlin3 min read
When I drop that envelope in the mail on April 15–or before, God willing–I give thanks. I am incredibly blessed to be living the country I live in, even with all its faults. I vote in every election and I pay my taxes.
The Importance of Curfews
By Terry Squires2 min read
Curfews may cause occasional tension within your home, but keeping your teen daughter safe is more important than a few grumbles.
When Life Is Hard
By julia-attaway1 min read
A devotion when life is hard: In my miniature version of Christ’s suffering, I can learn to be more like Him.
Don’t Miss Out on the Blessing
By Michelle Cox4 min read
If God calls you to do something, He will equip you with everything that you need for that journey. He will be with you every step of the way. And you will be blown away by the doors He will open.