“Don’t judge” has become a common push-back when someone feels looked-down upon or misunderstood. And at times, that push-back makes sense. No one should be judged unfairly because of their...
Many of us follow the Five-Second Rule: if a cookie hits the floor and is picked up quickly, it’s still good to eat. What possible harm could come to a cookie in such a short amount of time? A few...
Sometimes, trying to overcome significant challenges in life can feel like hitting a brick wall. Will I ever get a job in my chosen field? Will I ever get accepted to my dream college?
Have you ever experienced an unexpected blessing that you sensed was from God? Perhaps a random check showed up in your mailbox just in time for your next tuition bill.
Who doesn’t love a good story? Screenplay writers and novelists alike understand that our brains and hearts are wired for story, and they craft stories with remarkably similar plot lines: a hero...
Who doesn’t love a good story? Screenplay writers and novelists alike understand that our brains and hearts are wired for story, and they craft stories with remarkably similar plot lines: a hero...
When significant events happen in our lives, we often mark them with actions or physical objects—tangible reminders of important milestones or spiritual turning points. Baptism, for example, is an...
This day had been a long time coming: Joshua was about to lead the people of Israel into the Promised Land. But first, Joshua faced an extraordinary challenge: the Jordan River, which was at flood...
Since creation, God has partnered with people to do good in this world. Adam and Eve stewarded the Garden of Eden and the animals. Moses led God’s people out of Egypt. Joshua led God’s people into...