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Finding God’s Grace in a Blended Family

Malisa Jannette

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...

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...

Faith & The Bible

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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...

Culture

Multi-color heart background with words "Happy Valentine's Day"

Grace Boldman

Love more like Jesus this Valentine’s Day

Move over Cupid! This Valentine’s Day, there’s a greater love worth celebrating–one that lasts far beyond flowers and chocolates. It’s the love of Jesus, of course! God’s greatest gift to...

Personal Stories

Alecia Swejkoski

New Year, Same Me—Only Better

As we step into a new year, it’s natural to reflect on the past—the good, the bad, and yes, even the ugly. These moments matter because they shape who we...

Personal Stories

Jim Jensen

Christmas Traditions

Here comes Christmas! It seems like it happens every year around this time 😉. For me there is a push and a pull between the fun of celebrating the holiday...

Personal Stories

Melissa Zahodnic

How to Be Thankful Every Day

What does it mean to be thankful? Is being thankful different from being grateful? In short, yes. Being thankful is often immediate and tied to a specific situation or circumstance....

Faith & The Bible

Young man and woman walking on a nature trail.

Lisa Jansen

Soulful Fall Recipes

With the arrival of Fall, a season of transformation unfolds around us. I feel the cool air as I walk outside and see trees turning from green to an exquisite...

Faith & The Bible

Shepherd's Gate Church

How to Pray: A Guide for Beginners Seeking a Deeper Connection

Prayer is often described as a conversation with God, but for many of us, it can feel more like leaving an awkward voicemail for someone we’ve never met. If you’re...

Culture

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5 Ways to Build a Healthy Marriage

Are you looking to strengthen your marriage or build a solid foundation for your future together? A healthy, fulfilling relationship doesn’t happen by chance – it requires dedication and effort...

Kids & Family

Lisa Bollinger

A Mother’s Wish

For as long as I can remember, I always knew I wanted to be a mom. God had placed that “wish” on my heart to have my own family one...

Personal Stories

Pamela and her husband hugging on the beach.

Pamella Kraemer

Keeping Your Faith While Dating in the Modern World

Hey, all you young, single Christian ladies out there! Are you feeling discouraged while trying to find ‘your person’ in this society we live in? Social media relationships, celebrity couples...

Culture

Busy woman on the phone and writing a schedule.

Melissa Zahodnic

Hold Please. The World Is Calling!

Take a moment and think about your average week; what does it look like? You’re probably on the go from one place to the next; your cell phone beeping and...

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Finding God’s Grace in a Blended Family

Why Do We Celebrate Easter?

What If God Is Closer Than You Think?

Love more like Jesus this Valentine’s Day

New Year, Same Me—Only Better

Christmas Traditions

How to Be Thankful Every Day

Soulful Fall Recipes

How to Pray: A Guide for Beginners Seeking a Deeper Connection

5 Ways to Build a Healthy Marriage

A Mother’s Wish

Keeping Your Faith While Dating in the Modern World

Hold Please. The World Is Calling!

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