Discover how hope in waiting can bring peace during dark seasons, especially when God feels silent and circumstances feel heavy. As we begin this Advent season, keep in mind the 400 years of darkness for the Israelites who had been promised the birth of a Savior and were no longer hearing from the prophets who […]
Let’s be honest. Life isn’t always easy, and smiling doesn’t always come naturally. Whether it’s unexpected bills, difficult relationships, illness, or the weight of anxiety, challenges have a way of draining us. That doesn’t mean we’re supposed to fake happiness. No, we’re actually invited to embrace joy despite challenges. This doesn’t come from a place […]
When the Familiar Becomes Sacred Again There’s something about September that invites us to see differently. The light shifts. Mornings carry a hint of crispness. Leaves start to flirt with change. It’s as if creation itself begins to whisper, Look again. After the high energy of summer and the spiritual focus of LIBERTY and REST, […]
by DiAnn Mills Release The Bible shows many meanings for release according to its usage, from the Hebrew in the Old Testament to the Greek in the New Testament. Throughout, the overall definition refers to a physical, spiritual, or emotional release. God wants us restored to a whole relationship with Him, freed from the bondage of sin. […]
Spiritual Rest Isn’t Laziness—It’s Obedience August often feels like a tug-of-war between summer’s end and the next season’s demands. Back-to-school checklists grow longer. Church calendars begin to fill. Work ramps up again after the summer breaks. And in the middle of it all, our souls get buried under the weight of doing. That’s why we […]
When seasons shift, so must our trust. Summer often marks a season of transition: graduations, relocations, schedule changes, moving homes, ministry shifts, or even unexpected disruptions. While the warm weather brings a sense of adventure and freedom, it also reveals how change can unsettle us. Trusting God through transitions becomes vital for staying grounded. These […]
When Control Becomes a Burden We like plans. Calendars, goals, color-coded schedules. These all make us feel safe. Predictability, habits, and routine give us the illusion of control. But when life detours or delays, the weight of trying to keep everything together becomes too much. That’s where the invitation comes: letting go and trusting God. […]
When Fear Tries to Win We’ve all heard it. “Don’t be afraid.” But fear is persistent. It creeps into our thoughts, distorts truth, and tells us stories of worst-case scenarios. Whether it’s fear of the unknown, failure, rejection, or loss, the pressure is real. But choosing faith over fear is a powerful act of spiritual […]
Month’s Theme: Faith (Fully Aligned In Trusting Him) Rooted in Hebrews 11:8–10 & Mark 9:24 June carries a quiet weight. It’s in the caps and gowns. The moving boxes. The goodbye hugs and new keys. It’s the season of change—when schools end, jobs shift, homes are sold, and families face a thousand small endings and […]
Faithful fathers reflect God’s steady love. As Father’s Day draws near, our hearts turn to the men who have shaped our lives. Whether through biological dads, spiritual mentors, or father figures, we witness powerful lessons about what it means to be faithful. Faithful fathers show us what it looks like to live a life Fully […]
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