When we heed the Holy Spirit, we’ll radiate the joy and peace of Christ, not the searing pain of regret—like me in my exfoliating disaster.
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How a Dogwood Tree Points To A True Legacy
A dogwood tree sat at the end of my grandparent’s tree-lined driveway. It shaded the extra parking pad and was rear-ended more than once over the years. But it stood strong. My granddaddy sometimes tinkered
Read moreThe Link Between Creativity and Sabbath Rest
by Cathy Baker Not so long ago I sensed the Holy Spirit gently reaching for the key to my ignition as I earnestly spun my creative wheels in mud of my own making. Every extra
Read moreWhy We Can’t Be Afraid of Change
“We can’t be afraid of change. You may feel very secure in the pond that you are in, but if you never venture out of it, you will never know that there is such a
Read moreWhen Generosity Is Served in a Casserole Dish
You are loved. It’s this whisper that arose from the generous meals, texts, flowers, and calls I received after a recent surgery. The meal ministry, in particular, revealed preconceived notions buried deep beneath my own
Read moreWhen Your Neighbor is Yourself
Most of us learned Mark 12:31a as children, ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ But what happens when you turn out to be the neighbor? A few years ago, while attending my weekly Weight Watchers meeting,
Read moreWhen Life Shines Through Grief in December
by Cathy Baker Even as a young girl I prayed I wouldn’t lose my grandparents in December. Both sets lived nearby and played a major role in my upbringing, as well as making Christmas a
Read moreWhy Soul Rest Begins With Leaving Our Laptops At Home
“My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.” Exodus 33:14 What marks the beginning of your vacation? Is it the moment you fill your gas tank and begin merging with fellow
Read moreHow Honor Matured Through One Simple Text Message
It began with a prayer journal entry—my asking God if writing was His desire for me. You see, in recent years I’ve struggled with guilt. For twenty years I felt called to teach adult bible
Read moreAsk Pastor Mike
“I’ve never heard God’s voice so why do so many people say they’ve heard Him” God’s voice is very distinguishable but most people still claim they’ve never heard it. God doesn’t speak like we
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