Through our blog, we hope to encourage you with God’s truth. Each article offers a reflection and invites you to engage more deeply with the Lord through prayer and worship. If an article blesses you, we’d love to hear from you in the comments, and feel free to share it with others.

If You Want to Be Great
Michael Ball Michael Ball

If You Want to Be Great

The request of the mother of James and John in Matthew 20 is something I think a lot of us can relate to: The longing for significance and recognition. And it wasn’t just James, John, and their mother, when the other disciples heard, they were indignant, probably because they wanted the same position themselves. Jesus’ response completely turns our idea of greatness upside down…

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Finding Refuge in His Presence
Corrie Wells Corrie Wells

Finding Refuge in His Presence

We all long for safety and stability in life. We seek it in our jobs, our financial situations, and our families. All these things can give us a sense of peace at times, but when we face uncertainty, it’s easy to give in to fear of what the future holds…

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God always provides
Jeff Evensen Jeff Evensen

God always provides

In Exodus 16:14, the Lord miraculously provided food for His people. In the wilderness, where there was nothing to eat, He made a way.

I've been a believer for almost 60 years…

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God Our Savior: The Gift of New Life
Becci Ball Becci Ball

God Our Savior: The Gift of New Life

Life can throw at us seasons that weigh heavily on our shoulders. Circumstances can suddenly change. Relationships can be strained. Uncertainty about the future can stir up anxiety or fear, leaving us feeling discouraged and tired.

​Yet, Paul speaks of a God who…

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An Invitation to Wonder
LaTeisha Carroll LaTeisha Carroll

An Invitation to Wonder

Growing up, I used to hate going to the beach with my family. I loved the warmth of the sun, but I hated the feeling of sand on my skin and the sting of salt water in my eyes. So whenever we went, I would sit on my beach towel or in the trunk of our minivan, reading a book and waiting for it all to be over. 

But a few years ago, God changed my perspective…

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