How to Live an Uncomfortable Life
This past week, I went to visit my sister. We were in a long conversation about life and Christianity when she said something that struck me; “You just have to…
The Week After: What Do We Do Now That Easter is Over?
by | Faith Lived Out The “big” day is over now. There are probably some unfound Easter eggs spoiling in the heat. Thousands of stories of the unrolled stone have been amplified…
What’s So Good about Good Friday?
Why do we call Good Friday “good,” when it is such a dark and bleak event commemorating a day of suffering and death for Jesus? JUSTIN HOLCOMB CONTRIBUTING WRITER/Christianity.com What…
Who’s in Charge Here
As we approach Easter week, I recognize as you may, that at our church, we don’t necessarily make a lot of hoopla out of, or often even celebrate some of…
Things to Remember for Easter
As we move closer to Holy Week, here are some things to remember this Easter season: Jesus gave up His life for you. (1 Peter 3:18) … You will always…
How Easter is Celebrated in Countries Around the World
Article by Jennifer Stasak A look at the fun traditions in the Pacific, Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas. Dyed eggs in baskets, wrapped chocolates and jellybeans, and pastel colors…
Sorry, Not Sorry.
Apologies are made every single day, often without giving it any conscious thought. Perhaps unsurprisingly, women generally apologize more frequently than men. Some research suggests this is because men and…
When God Says “No”
Dealing with Disappointment Article by MaryLynn Johnson I will never forget the moment when I knew God had answered “no” to something I really wanted. He seemed to whisper this answer…
Love Like Jesus
Oh, my goodness, it’s already February!…a month where “love is in the air” and celebrated in a number of different ways. At our recent February First Friday event, I chose…
How Do I Know What God Wants Me To Do?
I worked at a church for roughly 10 years. Ministry was clear. As with most jobs, every day was rushed, busy, hectic and since it was church, it was all…