Everyday Courage By Terra Lynee This is a year when so many people have demonstrated extraordinary courage—from Houston to Puerto Rico and from California to Las Vegas. Witnessing extraordinary courage has led me to think about something I am thankful for, and that is everyday courage. We all have it. To me, an example…
Humble Thyself: 7 Steps to Resolve Conflict By Susan K. Stewart A recent undercurrent of discontent infected our congregation. I’d developed a terrible attitude about the situation, and I sat trying to be attentive for the sermon titled: Resolution: The Mathew Solution. I missed it. During the following week, God led me to James…
Charlotte’s Garden By Shirley Johnson Charlotte loved to work in her garden in the morning. She could hear the morning birds greet the day with a song. The refreshing dewdrops found rest upon the garden. The flowers seemed to smile back at the sun. Charlotte worked hard at maintaining the presentation and growth…
So You Want to be a Sheep? By Maureen Hager Sheep are mentioned in the Bible more than any other animal; symbolically they refer to God’s people. All the sheep that belong to the shepherd are of one flock. God has many names; each one describes an attribute of His character. A favorite…
Got Five Minutes? By Letitia Suk “Take five minutes to pray for your work each day and see what happens,” was the challenge proposed by our pastor to the congregation years ago. I remember thinking something like, “Duh!” Of course, I already pray at least five minutes a day for my work…don’t I? Surely…
Five Tips for Flexible Family Faith Time by Stephenie Hovland Guess what? There is no such thing as a perfect Christian family! That means there isn’t one perfect way to devotions. In fact, I’m thinking the word “devotions” might need to go. Think of this as family faith time. Let’s go through five…