Journey To The Cross: Reflections on Easter
“The empty tomb stands as your guarantee of help today and gives you hope for what is to come.” This was the first year I’ve
My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?
“My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” This text is probably familiar to you. It is what Jesus utters on the cross before
INSPIRATION
Choosing to Act: Celebrating the Heart and Strength of Nonprofit Workers
Imagine a young mother returning home to cook dinner for her three kids after a long day serving young, single women facing unexpected pregnancies. She
Joy in the Lord (Part 1)
You may not know much about barnacles, but they are a problem. In fact, they have been an ongoing and costly problem for over 2000
A Study of Worship
Most people probably know who Taylor Swift is, and most people also probably know that she is currently on The Eras Tour — a concert
Facing the giants
There are many fascinating stories in the Bible about ordinary people doing courageous things. David and Goliath is about a shepherd boy killing a giant
My Dark Hope
In recent years I’ve learned two things about myself. First, despite many reasons to remain negative, I’m relentlessly hopeful. Over time, a product of my
Beach Reach 2023: A Life-Long Impact
Beach Reach this year was truly amazing! Between both Beaches (Panama City and South Padre), the numbers were exciting to see. Beach Reach student missionaries:
A Rhythm of Rest: Making Rest a Regular Part of Ministry
When you get to the end of your twin marathons – known often for campus ministers as Fall Semester and Spring Semester – it will
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My Experience Listing My Car on Turo
Recently I decided to list my vehicle, a 2021 Jeep Wrangler on Turo. It was an interesting experience, to say the least. One which I
Isbell’s Diamond Guide: The 4 C’s of Diamonds
Diamonds are stunning but how do you know if you are getting the best diamond possible? The Gemological Institute of America created a grading system
Should I Let AI Write My Resume?
Day after day it seems that technology is advancing in the blink of an eye in every industry. As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more popular
3 Tips for Preparing Your Church College Ministry for Summer
Every year when summer rolls around I begin to feel bittersweet about college ministry. This is the only ministry in the church where people leave
FOOD & RECIPES
Unusual Sandwich Combinations You Can Make at Home
Did you know August is National Sandwich Month? It got me thinking about all the unusual sandwich combinations that humans have concocted. My 8-year-old daughter
Weekly Meal Planning Tips
I never understood it when my mom said that planning meals each week was one of the most difficult parts of being an adult. Once
Parenting
Fun Field Day Activities for Kids
Last year my neighbor invited me and my kids to join her for their end-of-school field day. We all do school at home so this
The Multi-Verse of Anxiety: Talking with My Child about Worry
Let me begin by saying that I am not a mental health professional in any way. I have no counseling or medical training. I am
Simple April Fool’s Day Tricks for Kids
During the lockdown the first year, April Fool’s Day snuck up on us but we are a practical joke playing family so this past April
PETS
The Impact of a Dog – Prince Chip Harris
Chip, or his official name given at birth Prince Chip Harris, made an impact on our family from the day he arrived. Today was his
If Dogs Could Talk
If dogs could talk, what would they tell us? Truthfully, I’m not sure we’d want to know! The other night, it was time for bed.
Angel Dogs, Louisiana Swamps, and Living to Tell the Story
As a kid, I dreamed of having a large dog. And by a large dog, I mean something that could run, fetch a ball, go
Why Should You Foster an Animal?
If you’re looking for a sign to foster an animal through a local shelter or rescue group, here it is. One of the main reasons I hear
