The church is not immune to confusion when it comes to understanding and applying the bible. Dr. Jeff Myers helps us remedy thoughtlessness in the body of Christ.
The Danger of Thoughtlessness in the Church
Serving Foster Youth and Families: Everyone Can Do Something
Foster care is a silent epidemic that is overtaking so many lives. Over 440,000 children and youth have been removed from their homes and experienced immense trauma. Children being born […]
Rebuilding Trust After Your Spouse Shares Personal Information
What could be the impact of sharing intimate details about your spouse without their blessing? And what can you do about it after it happens?
Marriage Meditation — The Fruit of the Spirit Is Self-Control
Getting Started Watch today’s Marriage Meditation video. Read today’s marriage devotion. Share today’s question with your spouse. Today’s Devotion Scripture Reading Galatians 5:22-23 — “The fruit of the Spirit is […]
Six Ways to Help Your Child Live With Empathy and Altruism
It is possible to teach our children how to show empathy and altruism, even in today’s world. We want our children to both feel compassion and have the courage and willingness to step in and help others. If we are intentional as parents in demonstrating empathy and altruism, our children will notice and will learn from our example.
How Can I Support Youth Aging Out of Foster Care?
As Jacob handed his apartment keys over to me, I beamed. On this sunny May morning, Jacob was completing Olive Crest’s program for Transitional Age Youth, or former foster youth […]
Marriage Meditation — The Fruit of the Spirit Is Gentleness
The Fruit of the Spirit is gentleness. Gentleness is often misunderstood, but when applied to your marriage, gentleness can strengthen your relationship.
Running Life’s Race, Thoughtfully
Thoughtful Christians don’t fear difficult questions. They expect them. Rather than blind faith, they ask questions such as, “is the Bible really true for everyone, everywhere, all the time? If so, how do I know? How ought this to change my life? How would I explain this belief to others?
Journey Camp: A Camp for Kids from Hard Places
If you have had the opportunity to care for a child or children from foster care or adoption, you know the trauma they have experienced. It is difficult to look […]
The Day Benjamin Almost Drowned
We saw him fall in and start to go underwater. Benjamin did not know how to swim. Suddenly, every parent’s worst nightmare was playing out in front of me.