A 10-Year-Old’s Thoughts on Surrender
A 10-Year-Old’s Thoughts on Surrender
Andrew M. Castelbuono · Oct 26 2 minute read

Surrendering is very important for a Christian. Our family has practiced surrendering, but sometimes it is hard! I try to listen to God in the mornings, and sometimes I don’t like what He says. I try to let God take the driver’s seat, even if it’s against...

The “Humble” Indian Eggplant Curry
The “Humble” Indian Eggplant Curry
Jasper Owens · Oct 24 3 minute read

If you want to make a rich, flavorful, and nutritious curry with a humble eggplant, you are at the right place. Also, this humble eggplant curry reminds me of our Humble King who humbled himself and was obedient unto death (of the cross). Jesus exhibited a character that is exactly opposite to Satan (which is proud and selfish) and defeated death, self, sin, and Satan at the cross. Jesus won the battle and is...

What Is Jesus Doing for Us Right Now?
What Is Jesus Doing for Us Right Now?
Jonathon Cherne · Oct 20 6 minute read

The yearly Day of Atonement in the earthly sanctuary was symbolic of the heavenly Day of Atonement, when our Great High Priest Jesus Christ will cleanse the heavenly sanctuary once and for all, removing all the sins we have transferred there since the fall of humanity. All the confessed sins in heaven will be placed on...

What Is a Christian to Do with Halloween?
What Is a Christian to Do with Halloween?
Stephanie McNeilus · Oct 18 4 minute read

We know the drill. Children and adults alike choose their favorite costume and go door to door collecting gobs of candy. For one night they indulge in the creepy ambiance of haunted houses and ghost stories. Too many people, it seems like harmless fun. But what is really being celebrated here? Should we, as Christians, really be participating in this holiday? Halloween is an ancient...

Believing Lies
Believing Lies
Lisa Lothian · Oct 16 4 minute read

I remember in my early 20s having the same problem of believing lies. I was convinced that I was unattractive, undesirable, and intellectually incapable, among other insecurities. On top of that were my own battles with personal sins that I could not gain victory over. Then one day my girlfriend invited me to...

Severed Ears: My Sheep Hear My Voice
Severed Ears: My Sheep Hear My Voice
Debi Tesser · Oct 13 4 minute read

Among her injuries, Shellie’s right ear had been stripped from her head. The emergency room doctors did not believe they could save the organ, so they tossed it into the garbage can. Upon receiving permission from the on-call physicians to help her, Dr. Bennett retrieved her ear from the medical waste. He understood that he was like the other doctors and could not make things work on his own, but he knew...

Purple Cauliflower Soup
Purple Cauliflower Soup
Ani Perry · Oct 10 2 minute read

Try this delicious, comforting, and beautiful purple cauliflower soup to shake off the lingering winter blues. The vibrant color brightens the day and promises something extraordinary. And extraordinary it is! It is a simple and healthy soup to serve your family this time of year. The cauliflower, grape, and lemon combination must be experienced to be believed.

5 Teas That Reduce Stress and Support Sleep
5 Teas That Reduce Stress and Support Sleep
Martin Neumann · Oct 6 5 minute read

Stress is called the silent killer for a reason. From panic attacks to trouble sleeping, a dose of stress can do a number of things with your health. Yet most of us are so used to keep up with the hamster wheel of chronic stress that we tend to ignore the issue until it’s too late. Excessive stress will quickly be felt on our quality of sleep, which in turn will increase our stress hormones. So, implementing some calming teas into our nighttime routine can...

I Surrender All
I Surrender All
Elizabeth Harrison · Oct 3 6 minute read

Things were looking good. My coaches, who were already well-established in the ballet world, knew my goal was to enter into a program after high school that would lead to me becoming a professional ballerina in...

The Joy of the Lord Is My Strength
The Joy of the Lord Is My Strength
Katelyn Ruiz · Sep 28 5 minute read

When we develop our attention to rejoicing, we get stronger, and the stronger we are, the easier it is for God to...

Claiming God's Promises
Claiming God's Promises
Time to Get Ready Team · Sep 26 1 minute read

God is ready and willing to do more for each of us, but are we ready and willing to know His promises and ask Him for more? He wants us to know Him and His Word better, but are we willing to...

Love, Not Blood
Love, Not Blood
Jaël Naomie · Sep 22 3 minute read

Aunt Jessie was 101 years old when she passed away. At the age of 94, when it was becoming evident that Auntie would need extra tender loving care, her ‘niece’ Sylvia, who was also not a blood relative, moved Auntie from...