From My Mother’s Womb
- April 06, 2016
- by
- Lori Travers
Guest post by Lori Travers
I was surprisingly struck in a place of pain today as the congregation bellowed out the worship song, “No Longer Slaves”. It’s like a light shot through my head and I was awakened to a stark, yet beautiful reality that brought me to tears. The particular verse I’m referring to is “From my mother’s womb You have chosen me, Your blood flows through my veins”.
I didn’t think much of the events surrounding my own birth…well, I don’t remember the events surrounding my birth. But from the time I can remember...
5 Good Reasons Why You Should Stop Complaining
- March 29, 2016
- by
- Tyler Speegle
A couple of years ago I was blessed with the opportunity to go on a mission trip to Nicaragua. It was an incredible experience...
Getting the Picture Perfect
- March 28, 2016
- by
- Whitney Hsu
Yesterday, I posted a picture (a collage, actually) on Instagram. It wasn’t your typical Easter post. There were no eggs or baskets, and...
Election Anxiety
- March 22, 2016
- by
- Ashlee Johnson
This presidential election has many Americans anxious and bewildered. For various reasons, both of the likely presidential candidates strike fear in the hearts of...
What God is Doing…
- March 11, 2016
- by
- Ned Erickson
Earlier today, I was meeting with a man I have been coaching since September. He has had an extremely successful career but has been...
It’s OK to be Sad!
- March 09, 2016
- by
- Jack Barr
God’s way is perfect. All the Lord’s promises prove true. He is a shield for all who look to him for...
Cooking and Cleaning…Dangerously
- March 07, 2016
- by
- Josh Godwin
Since I’ve been married, I’ve found a new affinity for the fine culinary arts. Now I have to clarify, when I say “fine” culinary...
Finding Joy and Perspective Through Unexpected Surgery
- March 03, 2016
- by
- Wells Thompson
What’s good y’all!?!? I hope a WHOLE lot! I hope this finds you doing so SUPER-DUPER well!
I wanted to give y’all a quick update...How I Learned I Was Praying Wrong
- March 01, 2016
- by
- Tyler Speegle
I wish I could say that my prayer life is one defined by consistent authenticity and audacious faith, but if I’m being honest, prayer...
The Real You
- March 01, 2016
- by
- Ned Erickson
I don’t think any of us wake up in the morning intending to be someone we’re not. It just sort of happens. Before we...