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Discussing obedience and why we obey God pushes against our will. Something inside of us gravitates toward independence and freedom. But obedience to God is required in a life following Christ. Obeying God shows we choose to align our lives with the word of God and the ways of Jesus. Choosing to obey God helps…

When God seems silent, it is hard to wait for answers or directions. Heather Jeffrey shares how we find purpose in a season of waiting on God. No one likes waiting. We wait in lines. We wait for healing. We wait for doors to open. We wait for prayers to be answered. Waiting often feels…

If you struggle to believe that God sees you, Deborah Rutherford shares her story of how to know God sees you and find grace in the shadow of shame. We’ve all had those moments when we don’t feel like we belong—where the weight of a tangled past or the isolation of our current circumstances makes…

The story of the good Samaritan teaches us about kindness, compassion, and how to love like Jesus. It’s a reminder that on our own, demonstrating true love can be challenging, but through our faith, anything is possible. After picking up my daughter from school, she leaned out of the window, looked at her friend, and…

Trauma is deeply painful and can rewire our sense of self, our relationships, and our faith. If you are struggling to heal from trauma, Nancy Manassero shares her powerful story and 7 ways God can lead you to healing and freedom. A woman on social media recently vented about the “trauma” of a horrible haircut.…

It seems impossible to experience and grow through grief, but a relationship with God gives us hope. If you or someone you love is grieving, Cheri Fletcher bravely shares her story of the loss of her daughter, Annie Lauren, and her healing journey despite the challenge of growing through grief. By faith and God’s presence,…

Understanding your purpose clarifies why you are doing what you are doing, changes your attitude, and deepens your faith. Years ago, as a newlywed, I quickly realized that cooking for someone other than myself was overwhelming, and that I was not a very good cook. My husband, on the other hand, loves to cook and…

Erin Ulerich shares this encouragement: Jesus is with you in every moment, no matter what you’re facing today or in the year ahead. Everyone at my in-laws’ home was sleeping. Everyone, that is, except my fussy one-month-old and me. Why do the cries sound louder when we are away from home? I carried her to…

Are you trying to understand the connection between faith and mental health? Amber shares her story of finding redemption in the midst of a mental crisis by staying anchored in faith. When my husband’s first mental health crisis began, no one handed me a timeline. Time stretched out before us with no end in sight.…

Have you read the story of the woman at the well in the Bible? Jennifer Sakata gracefully shares her personal story, weaving in what she learned from the woman at the well that can help us surrender and receive God’s grace. The Moment God Asked Me to Let Go The start of her surrender came…