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Jun 23, 2023
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A Glorious View: God's Sufficiency and Grace for Those of Us Who Need it Most
There were times when I wanted to quit trying, but it turns out that this grueling trip has been worth it.
Andrea Herzer
Jun 9, 2023
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Suffering Well When Affliction Lingers
God longs to be for and with us in our greatest distress. Are we willing to invite Him in?
Kindra Sophia Soto
May 26, 2023
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What Rachel and Leah Can Teach Us About Rivalries in Leadership
Their relationship shows us the danger of comparing ourselves to others and doubting God's plans for our lives.
Dena Dyer
Apr 21, 2023
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Moving From Indifference to Love
Change like this can’t be fulfilled by any political ideology, government, social agenda, or cultural shift. Change like this starts in the heart.
Prasanta Verma
Feb 10, 2023
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Confidence in Barren Seasons: What Elizabeth Can Teach Us
Scripture encourages us that we're not alone—and that God understands the ache of waiting.
Dena Dyer
Feb 7, 2023
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Coral Reefs, Creation Care, and the Hope of Resurrection
When I consider science and scripture, I unexpectedly find renewed hope in corals' recovery and restoration.
Ciara Reyes-Ton
Jan 12, 2023
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Dec 21, 2022
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99 Arepas for Peace: An Advent Story
An arrival of migrants during Advent's week of peace gives one community a tangible opportunity to be peacemakers.
Michelle Ferrigno Warren
Dec 13, 2022
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James' Encouragement to Us: Leave Distraction and Cultivate Faithfulness
Distraction, maybe even more than rebellion, is often what gets in the way of us living out our faith.
Anne Rulo
Nov 30, 2022
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Don't Waste the Waiting: An Advent Reflection
Anna’s faithful love for the Savior convicts and challenges me. It breaks apart my excuses and points me toward a life of worship and surrender.
Dena Dyer
Nov 16, 2022
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No Small Thing: God's Strength in Our Weakness
While sitting with a loved one battling cancer, God's been reminding me that our value is not dependent on our functionality. God can work through us, limitations and all.
Jill Heisey
Sep 22, 2022
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Trusting in the God Who Sees
Hagar's story reminds us that God sees and hears, and He responds on our behalf.
Dena Dyer
Jul 22, 2022
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Jesus, the Most Embarrassing Dinner Guest in the Four Gospels
Who feels uninvited to God’s table because of you?
Aubrey Sampson
Jul 15, 2022
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St. Benedict’s Rule to Cultivate Love: “Let the Members Serve One Another”
There’s no place to reflect on service like a bathroom being cleaned.
Claire Brosius
May 27, 2022
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The Grief in Ukraine and Our Chance to Live Out the Christian Promise
Rebuilding the destruction of war is more than just fixing roads or cleaning up cities, but bringing true healing.
Dr. Rick Morton
May 23, 2022
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"How Long, Oh Lord?" Why the Church Must Listen, Lament, and Lean In.
A conversation in the waiting room leads to a plea to lament.
Aubrey Sampson
May 13, 2022
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What Henri Nouwen Might Say to Today’s Students on Discernment
How do we know when to act, when to wait? Nouwen’s own life showed one example.
Laura Finch
May 11, 2022
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Need Some Guidance? Use These Seven Tools in God’s Toolbox for Discernment.
The Great Resignation is more than just a wake-up call. It's an invitation to discern.
Amy Becker Karl
Apr 29, 2022
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Don’t Quit Crying Out for Justice: Jesus and the Persistent Widow
How does God really see our repeated requests?
Dena Dyer
Apr 22, 2022
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We All Can Help Right Now. Three Simple Ways to Serve With Impact.
A congregation expanded their capacity to serve by starting with what they were throwing away.
Michael J. Mantel
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