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A young woman leaning against a tree looking out over a lake.
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An Unspoken Type of Suicide

My story illustrates one type of suicide we should all take very seriously.
Halloween drawings on pumpkins.
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Halloween Is Horrible

Most folks who celebrate Halloween are nice people, but that doesn’t make Halloween nice.
An elderly lady wiping her eyes.
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Where Is God in the Pain?

Maybe I should more directly ask: Where is God in your pain?
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Tempered by God

God the master blacksmith crafts us, His workmanship.
A woman with her clasped in prayer on top of an open Bible.
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No Appointment Needed!

Four ways to connect with our Father in Heaven.
A woman with her head down.
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When the Floods Come, Be Strong, Be Courageous!

In the aftermath of terrible tragedy, it can take courage to move forward.
A person floating in the water with the sun setting.
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Are You Just Treading Water?

Doing the minimal amount of effort doesn't cut it.
The silhouette of a young woman with the sky and sun in the background.
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Meditation of My Heart

Take comfort in knowing God's plan to restore our earth and destroy the enemies of sickness, death and all sorrow.
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Healing Words

We can speak the truth without making it “us” against “them.”
A young woman standing outside a store.
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The Power of Your Tongue: Do You Encourage Life or Death?

What we say can have tremendous impact on others and ourselves, and God expects us to guard our tongue.
A young woman looking up at the sky.
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Seeking the Mind of God

We have barely scratched the surface of the mind of the awesome God of the universe.
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Hoping for a Cure

Seek healing in faith.
A woman sitting by a body of water as the sun is setting.
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Remembering Salvation on the Sabbath Day

Ancient Israel's escape from Egypt symbolizes something much, much greater for us.
A mom with children on a deck looking over water.
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Gaining While Losing

Working hard to appreciate the body and life God has given us through healthy living.
A young woman looking out over the ocean.
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Life Is a Trust Fall

“Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.”
A young person watching a sunset.
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Charlottesville: A Tipping Point in Hatred

Will there be any relief from racial violence in the future? Can we see into a tomorrow without racism?
A man wearing glasses holding a kitten close to his face.
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Pets: Created By God for Our Benefit!

God gave humanity these awesome creatures for our good and commanded us to love them and care for them.
The perspective of sitting in the back seat of a car while a man is driving in city traffic.
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In Heavy Traffic, Look Ahead

Learn to navigate the times we live in using God's prophetic teaching in the Bible.
A woman sitting by a large window looking outside.
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Show Respect and Honor to Your Leaders

We may not agree with our leaders in government positions, but does this mean we should not show respect to the office they hold?
A man holding a folded $20 bill.
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Are You Still Worth Something, Even if Torn in Half?

Know that you have value in God's sight.