What if the “Thorn” in our Side is Another Christian?
The end of a matter is better than its beginning; Patience of spirit is better than arrogance of spirit. Do not be eager in your spirit to be angry, for anger resides in th…
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Behold Your God: 5 Reflections from Isaiah
The book of Isaiah can feel like a daunting mountain to climb. But those who persevere will discover that every step leads to a greater vision of our holy, transcendent, near, and redeeming God.
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Nancy C. Williams
Time to Stop the Clock
See then that you walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil. Ephesians 5:15-16 NKJV Recently, while hanging out with some teens, I peppered them wi…
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'Bad Counselors' an Exploration of Faith and Family Values for Hollywood Veteran Chris Klein
There are few places that capture the spirit of summer quite like camp—a place where lifelong friendships are formed, confidence is built, and unforgettable memories are made around campfires, cabins, and outdoor adventures. It's a tradition that has shaped generations, reminding us that growth often happens when we step outside...
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Stevens Brookes
Does Daily Aspirin Actually Prevent Colon Cancer?
If you spend any time reading about health online, you'll eventually run into some version of this claim: take a daily aspirin, and you'll lower your risk of colon cancer.Aspirin reduces inflammation and inhibits platelet activity, and those properties are exactly why researchers have studied it for decades — not...
7 min readEvan Gray
What the Church Calendar Does to a Congregation
I've served in a church that took the calendar seriously. We moved through Advent into Christmas, through Lent into Easter, and on into Pentecost, and the preaching followed that shape faithfully, Sunday after Sunday, year after year. If you'd asked me whether this congregation observed the church year, I would...
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I am a devoted Christian, a writer, and a dedicated teacher; I bring faith, creativity, and knowledge together. With a heart for inspiring others, my words aim to illuminate timeless truths. My goal is to spread kindness, wisdom, and the delight of living a life with meaning, whether I am writing articles or mentoring students.