Christmas in a blended family is never Hallmark-esque. I have six children—three from my husband’s previous marriage, two from mine and one together as a couple. I don’t think we’ve ever had...
As someone who has experienced clinical depression for most of my adult life, I’m well aware of the reality that Christmas isn’t always merry. So how do we handle the struggles that come along...
Fleeting happiness is rooted in experiences and favorable circumstances—a mood based on external factors. But lasting, sustainable happiness—what the Bible calls "joy" is an internal state of...
Everything about that first year after we lost our youngest son, Phil, to cancer was laden with effort; our first birthdays without him, his first birthday, and the first Thanksgiving. I could hardly...
Presence is the Best Present As a mom during the holidays, I have certainly felt the pressure to do it all and make sure the experiences are Instagram-picture-worthy, posting the proof on social media...
I love this time of year. The leaves have turned beautiful shades of reds, yellows, oranges, and purples. Smells of cinnamon and cloves fill the air. In a few weeks, many of us will take a step back...
Have you ever noticed that connecting with someone from a different generation can be challenging? While feeling disconnected from younger or older people can be frustrating, being in...
Hi, my name is Ron, and I am a fully devoted follower of Christ. I need to emphasize: that it's through Christ's strength, not my own, that I have overcome addiction and dependency to substance abuse...
Nick and Theresa Budmats have been going on global serving trips for decades, leading family teams and adult teams to Latin America and the Middle East. Their passion for the local church and building...
