Practical Applications

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  How Can We ‘Count It All Joy’ in Trials as James 1:2 Says? Count it all joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds... – James 1:2 What is God asking of us when we read, "count it all joy" or to “consider it pure joy whenever you face... Jessica Van Roekel May 21, 2020
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  7 Biblical Grandparents and the Amazing Lessons They Teach Us There are many heroes of the faith in the Bible. As we read their stories, we typically see them as patriarchs and kings, military leaders and soldiers, strategists and spies, or parents and children.... Deborah Haddix May 20, 2020
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  5 Ways to Silence Your Inner Critic In my head, there’s a constant critical voice that I refer to as the inner mean girl. The inner mean girl never stops questioning my thoughts, motives and actions. Here's how to silence her. Susan Seay May 19, 2020
• 5 Great Ways to Keep Your Faith Community Connected through the Coronavirus Crisis During this time of near global lockdown, it is more important than ever to stay connected. This is particularly true for churches. But how do you stay engaged as a community of faith during a time when you... Dr. James Emery White May 18, 2020
• What is the Valley of the Shadow of Death? (and How to Walk Through It) Where does "even though i walk through the valley of the shadow of death" come from? What does it mean? There is a powerful comfort and promise to be found in these words that every believer can cling to in... Amanda Idleman May 15, 2020
• 5 Faithful Ways for Couples to Quarantine without Regrets Rhonda Stoppe May 14, 2020
• 5 Valuable Ways to Help Your Child Grow Spiritually As parents, we long to shape our children into the people God created them to be.That process involves implementing values, and holding out hope through each stage. Ultimately, our greatest desire is that... Stephanie Thompson May 13, 2020
• How to Repent From a Double Life If you’re reading this article, it’s not by mistake. if you’re ready to move forward in Christ, He will give you the courage to face all your mistakes with His grace. Alicia Purdy May 12, 2020
• 4 Helpful Ways to Soothe Your COVID-19 Anxiety Mental health during a crisis isn’t something to take lightly. There are a variety of things you can do to care for your own personal mindset, but one important element is finding a correct definition for... Jaime Jo Wright May 11, 2020
• 8 Marriage Habits You Don't Want to Lose after Quarantine “This too shall pass.” I have a love, hate relationship with that phrase, how about you?Will this crisis pass? Probably. Most do eventually come to an end, but it can be difficult to remember that when hope... Meg Gemelli May 08, 2020
• How We Draw Near to God and Experience His Promise James 4:8 promises us that if we draw near to God, he will draw near to us. But what are some practical ways we can actually draw near to Him? Paul Tautges May 07, 2020
• 12 Coronavirus Conversation Starters for Great Talks with Your Kids So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom. Psalm 90:12The phrase, creatures of habit, means doing the same things at the same time in the same way. I think it’s safe to say... Jennifer Waddle May 06, 2020