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Is Jesus Really Coming Back?

Life is busy. Between work, family schedules, and daily responsibilities, it’s easy to lose sight of what truly matters—our faith in God and the hope of Jesus’ return. At Shepherd’s...

Faith & The Bible

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Does God Require Me to Give Financially?

It’s not uncommon to feel uneasy talking about money in church. If you’ve ever wondered, “Does God expect me to give 10% of my income to the church?”, you’re not...

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...

Personal Stories

Alecia Childers

At Home with the 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...

Faith & The Bible

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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...

Faith & The Bible

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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...

Faith & The Bible

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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...

Faith & The Bible

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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...

Faith & The Bible

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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...

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...

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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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...

Should Christians Celebrate Halloween?

Is Jesus Really Coming Back?

Does God Require Me to Give Financially?

Do I Really Need to Go to Church?

At Home with the Childers

Will I Be With God When I Die?

Do all religions lead to God?

Can We Trust the Bible?

Can I Really Question God?

Why Do Christians Disagree So Much?

Serving Others. Finding Purpose.

How to Reignite Your Faith This Summer

Celebrating Step Out and Serve

Worship With Us

Should Christians Celebrate Halloween?

Is Jesus Really Coming Back?

Does God Require Me to Give Financially?

Do I Really Need to Go to Church?

At Home with the Childers

Will I Be With God When I Die?

Do all religions lead to God?

Can We Trust the Bible?

Can I Really Question God?

Why Do Christians Disagree So Much?

Serving Others. Finding Purpose.

How to Reignite Your Faith This Summer

Celebrating Step Out and Serve

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