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Christianity draws the broken, the marginalized, and the desperate. A message of hope and love and peace will do that for those who have been rejected by the world. And responding to the Good News brings with it an amazing community, a belonging many have never experienced, even in their own families. While this is God’s way, the broken and desperate can also be difficult for different reasons.

Just as adults have fears and worries, our children have them too. Being able to voice those cares and concerns and cast them on the One who made them and wants good things for their lives is a blessing for them before bed.

As we drift into autumn, it can cause us to wonder why the Trinity created cyclical divisions for our world. Here are five reasons we need the changing seasons.

What differentiates one word from another – making one word a profane word while another is considered normative?

Narcissistic Personality Disorder can be treated. Most often, it’s best to learn to assert boundaries and keep your distance for your own physical and emotional health.

Here are seven ways to take your prayers for others to the next level and, in the process, discover how exciting and adventuresome prayer can really be.

In a world that often feels harsh, chaotic, and full of struggle, it doesn’t take long before we find ourselves battling the feelings of overwhelm, rush, or anxiety. Through some of the most challenging times in life, I have learned the power of praying God’s words back to him. This discipline alone holds the ability to soothe our souls, to refresh our spirits, and cause hope to rise above the fear we might be feeling.

In a perfect world, our pastors would pray, evangelize, counsel, teach, comfort, and lead us with integrity. Pastors would basically be spiritual super-heroes.

To help you return to a posture of gratitude and awe with food, let’s lean into some of the amazing ways God created food in the first place. Here are seven facts about food that point to God’s essential and amazing design.

I think we’ve all got a few things that we imagine Jesus saying that He never actually said. And they might actually be quite contrary to all the things He actually did say.

Here are ten things you might be doing that your husband doesn't like, and how to make it right between the two of you again.

Are you getting ready to lead a Bible study for seniors but aren't sure what topics to cover? Seniors face unique challenges as they age, such as aging gracefully, making retirement meaningful, and sometimes even finding love again. Here are some ideas if you are looking for some topics to discuss with the seniors you'll be teaching.

Our job is to be faithful and obedient to the call of God in our lives. Success in any specific terms is God's job and is out of our hands. Remember, you matter because of who you are, not what you do. Even if you stay home alone and do nothing all day, you matter to God because you are his.

As you manage your own chronic pain, you can lean on God’s steady, loving presence. Here are 5 ways to rely on God to manage chronic pain.

What we believe, and therefore say, about our bodies is not benign. It either strengthens a story of shame or invites something truer in. Here are seven phrases many of us say without thinking, and what becomes possible when we stop.

There is no formula for how to best show affection. What matters is that we are willing to keep putting ourselves out there for the sake of our marriages. The most dangerous thing we can face in our relationships is apathy. When we stop caring, the Devil can easily divide our home. Commit to showing each other love and care, no matter how you feel.

Whether you find that it brings you utter joy or leaves you seeping in sorrow, do keep in mind that there is something about autumn’s warm glow and drastic changes that can trigger our emotions and fuel our thoughts.

Jesus provides healthy ways to confront our grief and offers comfort for our weary hearts.

Let’s explore 5 key lessons on harvest and gratitude from Scripture. These lessons teach us how to reap the benefits of faithful living and how to remain thankful through all seasons of life.