What’s Stopping You From Saying “Yes” to Jesus?
Written by Imagine this: you’re at work, in the middle of your regular day, when someone says, “Leave everything behind and follow me.” No details, no guarantees, just a promise of something bigger. Would you do it? This is exactly what happened to Simon Peter and Andrew in Matthew 4. They were fishing—just another day […]
It’s the Most Missional Time of the Year
Written by There’s only one time of year when malls broadcast the gospel. All sorts of shops do it, actually. Whether they sell coffee or cars, stores play carols at Christmas time, and woven into these carols is the central message of Christianity: Veiled in flesh the Godhead see Hail the incarnate Deity Pleased with […]
5 Kid-Friendly Advent Activities
Written by Advent is a perfect time to nurture the wonder of childhood. Amid twinkling lights and jingling carols, what better way to bring Scripture to life than by capturing the awe of the very first Christmas? This holiday season, check out five simple ideas for dialing up the wonder of Advent. Get Crafty Cut […]
The Truth You Need This Holiday Season
Written by Every year, I hope the holiday season will be different. And when the temperatures drop (sometimes lol) and the decorations come out, my hopes are dashed. Don’t get me wrong – I love the holiday season, but there’s one thing I wish for every year – someone special to share it with. Even […]
What If It’s Not a Merry Christmas?
Written by When my daughter lived in New York, she visited a church that hosted a special Christmas service on December 23 each year. It was for members of the community who were grieving. This tiny mountain church understood a reality that often gets lost in our traditional high-octane American Christmas: the event that we […]