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Stressed and Blessed–1 John 5:4

By David Faust   Are you ready for a break? Sometimes Jesus had his disciples “come apart” with him and get away from the crowds for a while. It’s been said that if we don’t come apart with Jesus, we simply come apart. Henry Kissinger once said, “There cannot be a stressful crisis next week. […]

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Why God Deserves our Thanks

By Dr. Bill Patterson   An amazing encounter took place on Jesus’ last trip to Jerusalem. As he neared an unnamed village between Samaria and Galilee, 10 lepers approached him. “Jesus, Master, have pity on us!” they called out from a distance (Luke 17:13). Jesus could have healed the men immediately, but instead he asked […]

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My Most Memorable Thanksgiving

By Jill Davis   My mother loved family. The Thanksgiving when I was 10, she eased into her element, playing hostess to 17 relatives. My father took a backseat so she could shine. She exuded confidence as she moved in and out of the noisy throng. Our family room was like a painting, decorated by […]