You matter to God

A look into the story of Jesus, Jairus, and the unclean woman.

Leslie Vernick on February 27, 2014

I found Jesus at Goodwill

Along with some other really great finds! Goodwill is a super source for those of us that enjoy the renew and repurpose style of decorating. And every Goodwill has its own personality depending on its location. I’ve noticed that pricing can vary as well.  What to do? Haunt all locations close to you and maybe a few not so close to you…

Julie Buchtenkirch on January 22, 2014

Celebrate the truth in Christmas

So for the sake of His people, God came. He knew we needed Him, and He was able to save us.

Heidi Anderson on December 19, 2013

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The Prince of Peace comes to a war-torn world

From George Frederic Handel’s grand masterpiece “Messiah” in 1742 to Amy Grant’s classic “Emmanuel” in our day, the phrase “Prince of Peace” tumbles out of some of our most beloved Christmas songs.  But George and Amy didn’t make up that title—the Old Testament prophet Isaiah, who ministered 700 years before Christ, actually…

Paul Virts on December 19, 2013

Just as you are

It happened nearly five years ago. I had been divorced for five years, wayward, empty and had made too many bad decisions. No drugs, no alcohol, I was a sinner and made bad decisions. I was not angry, oh no, my Lord had been so good to me. I just wasn’t available to Him. But over time He drew my heart to Him. He used people to mentor me and I became…

Brad Peterson on November 19, 2013

Treasure hunt

Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord. (Luke 2:1-20) One of my son’s favorite games is “Treasure Hunt.” I hide something in the yard or the house and draw out a map for him to find it.  X marks the spot where the treasure should be.  It is so much fun to watch him run around, count off paces, work through…

Jo Bender on October 23, 2013

You’re invited!

One of the most exciting pieces of mail delivered to your dust covered United States Postal mailbox is a hand written thank you card or invitation.  Something that invites you to come to a special event or a celebration perhaps.  Something to say your presence is welcomed.  Something to let you know you’re invited to be a part of…

Janelle Keith on September 27, 2013

Jesus and electric chairs

Imagine walking into your church, and instead of seeing the Crucifixion Cross prominently displayed, your eyes are drawn to an electric chair near the altar. Picture the cover of your Bible, with The Cross replaced by “The Chair.” The more you glance around, the more you notice the eponymous symbol for modern execution…

Mike Couchman on April 24, 2013

I think I’m praying wrong

You do not have in mind the things of God, but merely human concerns. – Mark 8:33 The funny thing about the Bible; you can read a story all your life, and still get a new message from what you read. That happened to me this week as I went through Mark 8.  There is a moment when Jesus is, very clearly, telling his disciples what his death…

Carl Bliss on March 2, 2013