Practical Applications Archives

When I was a child, I was so excited for Christmas morning that I'd sleep on my brother’s bedroom floor. I’d keep him up into the wee hours of the...

I am missing my momma this time of year. It’s hard to describe the emotions of happy memories knit together with a deep ache to see her just one...

What is the most important thing you can do this Christmas? There’s a long list to consider, to be sure. Let’s bracket off honoring the birth of...

It matters how you treat those who disagree with you on disputable matters.

Jesus instructed us “not to worry” (Matthew 6:31;34), yet that is what plagues us. Constantly pulled from one side of an over-commercialized...

A foundation is important, especially in a turbulent world. Your son needs a stable launching pad—which comes through a strong and sturdy home...

How do you and your spouse approach Christmas? Do tinsel, gift giving, and in-laws turn you against each other?

If this were a world of light, it would be easy to see the truth about Jesus. But this is a world in darkness, into which Jesus steps as the true...

Are you doing right by Him?

Are you considering the idea of choosing a life verse, but not sure where to begin?

Advent won’t happen if it’s just another thing to do. Pondering will be lost as your eyes dart down your list. And you’ll miss out on this special...

Have you ever noticed that, as Gabriel notified people of the birth of Messiah, that he had to keep saying to them, "Do not be afraid."?

Have you ever been tempted to run away at Christmastime? There is a solution! We can intentionally cut the Christmas chaos this year.

We can always give thanks, because we always have the ultimate blessing: a relationship with a good Father.

Far too many modern churches and families are caught off guard by young questioners in their midst.