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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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...
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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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Lori Altebaumer
Lori Altebaumer is a writer who is only half-joking when she tells others she lives with one foot in a parallel universe. She is, after all, an amphibian living on the earth while a citizen of heaven. Lori loves sharing the joys of living a Christ-centered life with others through her writing. Creating uplifting, faith-based content as a writer of both fiction and nonfiction, Lori can be found at online retailers and certain indy bookstores. She has also added a free Substack to the mix where she talks about life, God, and creativity. She also cohosts the My Mornings with Jesus and Joe podcast with her husband. A life-long Texas, Lori currently enjoys reading the works of old theologians, writers, and poets.