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Personal Stories

At Home with the Childers

Alecia Childers

Life is busy. Between work, school, and family schedules, it’s easy for faith to take a back seat. But faith is not just a Sunday morning activity—it shapes how we...

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Faith & The Bible
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Do I Really Need to Go to Church? 

If you’ve ever asked, “Do I really have to go to church?” — you’re not alone. Between kids’ activities, work schedules, and the endless weekend to-do list, it’s easy to...

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Will I Be With God When I Die? 

Life is full of big questions, and often the simplest one is the most profound: What happens when I die?  Perhaps you’ve thought about it late at night. Maybe a...

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Do all religions lead to God?

Today, we’re tackling another question many of us wrestle with:  “Do all religions lead to God?” Maybe even, could all religions lead to God?  It’s a question that’s everywhere, or...

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Can We Trust the Bible? 

We recently blogged about the questions we ask God. One of the biggest is: Did God really write the Bible—and can I trust it?  Lifelong Christians, new believers, even outsiders...

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Can I Really Question God? 

Life feels heavy right now. In just the last week, we’ve watched tragedy strike—families grieving, lives cut short, and violence close to home. Whether you’re a staunch Christian or just...

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Why Do Christians Disagree So Much? 

If you scroll through TikTok, Reels, or YouTube, it won’t take long to see Christians arguing with each other. Sometimes it feels like believers spend more time debating one another...

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Personal Stories
Grace Boldman

Serving Others. Finding Purpose.

Years ago, I was struggling to find a faith community that worked for my family. My son, who was entering his teenage years, was seriously questioning his faith. My then...

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Faith & The Bible
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Jim Jensen

How to Reignite Your Faith This Summer

Summer in Michigan is something special. The lakes are calling, the camping gear is dusted off, and everyone’s planning their trip “up north.” It’s a season of freedom, adventure, and...

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Step Out Feature 2025
Jim Jensen

Celebrating Step Out and Serve 

How a Community United to Make a Difference Every now and then, we are reminded of the incredible things that happen when God inspires a community to come together with...

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Kids & Family
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Malisa Jannette

Finding God’s Grace in a Blended Family

God’s grace in a blended family shows up in many ways—fostering forgiveness, encouraging communication, and building unity. Blending Isn’t Instant I remember five years ago, when our family “blended” into...

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Personal Stories
Lisa Jansen

Why Do We Celebrate Easter? 

When you think about Easter, what pops into your mind? Is it that whimsical bunny that delivers delicious chocolate treats while you sleep? Or maybe it’s the thrill of Easter...

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What If God Is Closer Than You Think?

Have you ever had a moment when life felt too random to be just coincidence? Maybe you ran into an old friend at the perfect time, heard a song that...

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