There is a subtle shift that happens somewhere along the way. You stop thinking of your mother only as the one who cared for you and begin to see her…
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Some days aren’t bad. They’re just ordinary. Nothing is wrong, but there is nothing special either. But sometimes it is fun or comforting to add a little “specialness” to your…
The story of the resurrection of Jesus in the Bible contains many remarkable details. One of the most surprising is often overlooked. The first witnesses to the empty tomb of…
From the very beginning, God established order in His creation through rhythm and design. In Genesis 1:14, we are told that He created the lights in the heavens “for signs…
Searching into the history of hymns adds depth and meaning to the songs that we may have sung most of our lives. Over time we may sing the verses out…
By February, winter often stops feeling cozy and starts feeling endless (especially since it has been below freezing for what seems like the last month). The holidays are behind us,…
There is a wealth of knowledge in studying the hymns of our Christian heritage. With all that is swirling around us in our modern times, it is often important for…
As December draws to a close, not everyone is eager to turn the page. While the world talks about fresh starts and new resolutions, many people are simply tired. The…
Casting Crowns sings a beautiful version of the Christmas carol, “I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day.” This timeless song invites us to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas…
Christmas cards and Christmas card giving have become a rote non-brainy activity passed down from generation to generation. Have you ever wondered about the history of Christmas card giving? Or…
When we talk about Christian community, we often picture Bible studies, church events, or small groups, or Sunday morning conversations. But long before church programs existed, believers were held together…
The air is just starting to cool, and most of us are thinking about pumpkins and sweaters – not tinsel and Christmas cards. But before you call me crazy, think…
I developed a “Praying Through Song” workshop for a Women’s Retreat focusing on songs as a method of prayer. Have you ever considered singing songs as a form of prayer?…
There’s something magical about fall. The air turns crisp, so we get out our sweaters. We put pumpkins on our porches and in our drinks. And the trees light up…
Even if you had never heard the name Charlie Kirk before last week, I would guess you now know more about him than you do about almost anyone else in…
