The Easter season reminds us of what Christ did for all humanity through His death, burial, and resurrection. But the Easter season should also reinvigorate our faith and renew our hope. Faith that dead things
Read moreAuthor: Debbie Simler-Goff
Gaining God’s Perspective
Whenever I get to feeling too big for my britches I have a conversation with God as I meditate on the last few chapters of the book of Job. It is a way for me
Read moreWinter’s Purpose
It’s 2 below zero outside and the cold seems to instantly freeze one’s breath the minute you exhale. Scientists tell us that the bitter cold is healthy because it kills off all the germs and
Read moreWhite Christmas
Last night my family and I went to see Normal Community West High School’s rendition of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas. This nostalgic story of love, hope, and the goodness of mankind warms the heart and
Read moreUnconditional Thankfulness
November is traditionally the month of thankfulness. It is a time when we are to pause and count our blessings. There is even a November social media challenge that invites others to post one thing
Read morePurge Your Wardrobe…and Your Heart
As cold weather approaches, I find myself purging my closet of my summer wardrobe…and purging my heart. In fact, the changing of the seasons has become a signal for me to to take inventory of
Read moreTransitions, Rites of Passage, and Traditions
Labor Day Weekend has always marked for me the coming of a new school year, the closing of the swimming pools, and the planning of the holidays. These transitions, rites of passage, and traditions give
Read moreSummer Nostalgia
Summer nostalgia is common to all of us. Join the discussion and reminisce with other Inspire a Fire readers about past and present summers. Summer Nostalgia Summer is perhaps the most nostalgic of all seasons.
Read moreDid You Notice?
(Many of our nations heroes now linger in hospitals and nursing homes as their once valiant bodies become frail with age. This 4th of July weekend, if you see a veteran …any veteran, realize that
Read morePomp and Circumstance
The month of May brings with it the familiar sound of Pomp and Circumstance. There is something about this coming-of-age-tune that cause my eyes to moisten, my shoulders to square, and my heart to flow
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