By Melissa Wuske Comedian Helps Family in Need Tim and Keri Richardson have fostered more than 70 children, and right now their household includes five biological and seven foster children. When the family fell into financial hardship and their car was stolen, they reached out to others to help through a crowdfunding site, but they […]
From the Streets, Back to the Streets
By Jeffery Chaves “I was running from God, but he had a different plan.” Ron Cornell speaks with a grin that turns serious when he reflects on the past. “I slept behind dumpsters and ate out of dumpsters. I spent every dime I had on drugs and alcohol. I’m only here by the grace of […]
Praise God the Provider—The Uniform Lesson for January 15, 2017
By Mark Scott “Blessed art Thou, O Lord our God, King of the universe, who brings forth bread from the earth.” Our Jewish friends call this the Traditional Ha-Motzi Blessing, which is recited before eating bread on the Sabbath. Psalm 65 may be something like a predecessor to that prayer. It praises God for his […]
From MasterChef to Ministry
By Jamie Shafer Although auditioning for Fox TV’s MasterChef was originally a friend’s suggestion, Tanorria Askew paved her own way as a formidable opponent on season 7, which began airing in June 2016. “Cooking is my happy place,” she said. Life in the kitchen has always been central for Tanorria. On her website she shares, […]
Evaluation Questions for January 15, 2017
By David Faust These questions coordinate with Engage Your Faith and This Week with the Word. Sunday School Lesson Text: Psalm 65:1-13 1. Do you find bowing a natural response to God? Why, or why not? How often do you physically bow before the Lord in prayer? 2. Practically speaking, in your own daily life […]