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My husband and I once joined a small group with four other couples. Those four couples, their mamas and daddies, their mama’s mamas and daddy’s daddies and many generations beyond, slept, ate, and worked in the small, North Carolina farming...

Have you ever scratched your head, like me, wondering how to discern God’s will? Wouldn’t it be nice if our Father used a megaphone to communicate his plans for us? We’d hear his will, good and clear, wouldn’t we? Discerning the desires of God...

There’s nothing like a good book; and one that sparks a fire to our faith, causing us to consider Jesus, love, and spiritual growth? Call it a gold mine. The Bible stands first and foremost. There will never be a book on shelves to replace it....

Have you ever asked, “Lord, are you real?” In the early days of my Christian faith, something rocked my spiritual boat. I don’t remember the specifics now, but I do recall the resulting uneasiness, confusion, and one simple question that filled my...

His name means “The LORD is my God.” The message of his life matched his name. It still does today. Not only do we see evidence of this man threaded throughout portions of the Old Testament, but we also find mention of him sprinkled in the New...

Part of our task as parents is to love and launch our children successfully into adulthood. This includes our offspring who eye college on the horizon. So how do we parent them in preparation? Our oldest child slid into campus life this...

What’s a parent to do in a world turned sour concerning truth? How do we guide our sons when society broadcasts popular messages, many often contrary to Christian belief? John 8:31-32 says this: “Jesus therefore said to those Jews who had...

Isn’t it interesting that God includes verses about friendship in the Bible? On the surface, friendship appears somewhat typical and certainly benign. After all, we often gain friends simply because our paths cross in one way or another....

What are parents to do when their daughter expresses interest in dating? For starters, set your inner ostrich aside. This is not the time to hide a head in the sand, although I must admit I contemplated hiding mine! When faced with the...

He’s not ready! We’ve not prepared him. We need more time. I recall the thoughts rushing to mind last year as my husband and I prepared to release and launch our oldest child into life’s next chapter. College stood on the...

Their lives sit open for ministry. Have you noticed? Sometimes I read their stories fluently but skim over the depth they offer. But when I look a little further … oh my. The people of the Christmas story bring ministry and hope to life. Of course...

When a chill whips through the air and snowflakes chase each other to the ground, why not curl up under a warm blanket and catch an entertaining Netflix movie? The online movie supplier lists its share of holiday specials. A few Christmas...

It’s easy to be lulled into complacency concerning premarital sex, casting aside the effects and consequences of premarital sex on marriage. The glorification of it surrounds us, and the warnings are often muffled and chalked up as old fashioned....

Do you recognize the warning signs of a hardened heart? Some of us—believers and nonbelievers alike—miss those warnings. And that’s a problem. We live day-to-day, carting that hardened heart of ours to the grocery store, to church, and even into...

Sometimes powerful lessons rise from the least expected people in the Bible. We may feel like glossing over seldom-mentioned folks or ones making poor choices, but what if we take a deeper look at these stories? What if God provides good amid the...

When a hurricane hits, the world tilts and sometimes turns upside-down—at least it feels that way. The comforts, shelter, and familiarity we’re accustomed to take on a whole new feel. Those of us living far inland simply don’t comprehend what life...

The Bible uses the word “man” throughout its pages. All twelve disciples were men. Many of the stories we read center on males, including those of Moses, Abraham, Paul, David and Joshua. But what does the Bible say about women? Much, and you might...

Ever found yourself smack in the middle of a heated disagreement? It happens. We see differences of opinion concerning politics, celebrities, biblical interpretation, pastors, marriage and other areas embroiling friends and family, churning inside...

What does the Bible say about relationships? We all have them—with friends, spouses, parents, children, and more. Some flow easily and bring much joy. Others not so much. What, then, should we do? The Bible provides guidance on...

Would you consider yourself an intentional person? The Bible has much to say about believers living lives of intentionality and purpose to the glory of God. Unfortunately, it's easier than ever for the enemy to distract us with things that don't...