“So we can confidently say, ‘The Lord is my helper; I will not fear; what can man do to me?’” — Hebrews 13:6 (ESV) Mountains. What a treat! And to spend the day on the slopes? It's a ...

What keeps your mind spinning at night? What buzzes through your brain when you toss and turn in the dark? There’s a quote that says, “Worry won’t prevent your death, but it will steal your ...

The coldest 30 days of winter tend to cross over from the end of January into the first of February. February 1st falls right in the middle, making it statistically the most frigid day in the entire ...

We see the eagle as American strength, but this iconic bird also represents the strength we find in God. “But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings ...

Who are the Joneses to you? You know what I mean. Keeping up with the Joneses. Maintaining the status quo. Staying top dog in whatever competition life throws our way. The neighbor’s new boat? ...

It’s on those sunny winter mornings when the world outside is crisp and clean that we feel drawn to the outdoors. We feel the brittle air slide down our throats, and the world seems brand ...

There’s something deeply healing about being outdoors. Whether it's a quiet hike through the woods, standing at the edge of a mountain ridge, or sitting by a lake listening to birdsong, creation ...

So, your investment accounts … they haven’t done well. That side hustle, that money you were assured … promises busted. Even the bonus you were poised for at work was passed off to someone ...

“Surely there is a future, and your hope will not be cut off.” — Proverbs 23:18 (ESV) In a world filled with uncertainty, stress, and bad news, this verse speaks directly to our hearts: You ...

At an elaborate Sunday lunch in an affluent neighborhood, a large roast was set on the table. The platter was beautifully garnished with sprigs of parsley and slices of lemon. There was only one odd ...

Celebrating Independence with God’s Perspective Fireworks. Cookouts. Flags waving in the summer breeze. The 4th of July is a time we celebrate the freedom we have as a nation. It’s a day to be ...

Look around your home. What keepsakes do you keep around you? That surfboard in the den. Granny’s handmade quilt on the bed. The turtle shell you found in the woods. The olive branch from Israel. ...

Mean people, we all have to deal with them. You grow flowers in your yard, and a neighbor complains about the pollen. You take the dog for a walk, and a driver yells at you to get out of the ...