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,…
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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…
Reflect. Refocus. Renew. Journaling can be a powerful way to connect with God, process your thoughts, and grow spiritually. Whether you are new to faith journaling or have shelves of…
Have you ever sat down to pray or have your quiet time with God – but your mind is anything but quiet? Your thoughts may be swirling in a million…
Have you contemplated the delays and re-routing of your travel plans? Until recently I cheerfully accepted them as safety corrections from God protecting me from harm. Often I was reminded…
July is a month we dream of rest. Long summer evenings, beach vacations, time to sit, relax, and catch our breath. But for many of us, those things remain dreams….
The Bible is FULL of musical references. When you include all musical terms, such as referencing worship, celebration, and mourning, there are over 350 references within the Old and New…
