Christmas and Advent Archives

Christmas, for many, is a fun time of the year, and if you believe Andy Williams, it is the most wonderful time of the year. However, it is not...

There are plenty of studies that show the impact lack of sleep and proper rest has on your overall health. If you are tired and dragging now, then...

If you are familiar with this story, you know how Cindy Lou helped Grinch know the true meaning of Christmas. Through the story of How the Grinch...

Christmas traditions hold the family together. Family gatherings provide fellowship and the opportunity to enjoy traditions, events, and practices...

I realized recently that I have been living the last twenty years with a wildly inaccurate formula in my head regarding my needs. Thankfully, it’s...

We don’t need to be alone to feel lonely. Sometimes a crowd intensifies our sense of isolation. That’s probably one reason why so many experience...

At the heart of Christmas is the message that no matter where we are, Jesus is aware and wants to find us. Being found and following Jesus is...

The fourth Sunday of Advent we meditate on the peace that Jesus brings our hearts and our world. Scripture is the place we can find the promises of...

Divorce can rub emotions raw. Keep moving towards Him, and he will strengthen your motions, one day at a time.

Many of us are afraid to be open about these contentious topics; however, talking about these things can start repairing broken relationships...

Although these are only a few ideas to lessen the stress of the holiday season, by simplifying our Christmas celebrations, we can marvel at the...

He’s like the friend who immediately clears their schedule the moment you text, except He doesn’t have a schedule to clear because He’s remained...

Blessing others can be a joy and God loves a cheerful giver (2 Corinthians 9:6-7). But ultimately, we want others to know that they can have peace,...

There is no doubt that she had to have been full of fear, yet she did not say "no." God does not always call us to easy paths or journeys, but He...

Jesus is the fulfillment of Scripture, and the whole message of Christmas is wrapped up in Him, God’s greatest gift.