by Abby Christianson | Feb 10, 2020 | Abby Christianson: Living in Harmony
There is a common misconception about grief in the Church that I feel compelled to straighten out. When my best friend’s dad died when we were in high school, I was told by my dad that I shouldn’t be taking it so hard because I understood the plan of salvation. ...
by Nanette ONeal | May 31, 2018 | Nanette O'Neal: Morning Devotional
This post was originally published on January 19, 2014. Minor changes have been made. A very dear and stalwart friend of mine opened up about a secret pain she had been carrying. It was difficult for her to do—she has always defined herself as faithful and...
by Valerie Steimle | Nov 1, 2017 | Valerie Steimle: Strengthening Families
Last week was a sad one for me. A woman who had been a great friend and close family member passed away. I don’t blame her, though. She was 91 years old and ready to go. Her husband had been gone seven years and she was tired. I’m sure the welcoming of her arrival...
by Britt Kelly | May 25, 2017 | Britt Kelly: Learning at Home
I’ve made thousands of loaves of bread. I have a very simple recipe that I’ve used for decades. Grinding my own flour, feeling the warmth of the dough as I knead it, the smell of baking bread and honey butter…it has been a wonderful constant in my life. About a...
by Britt Kelly | Dec 29, 2016 | Britt Kelly: Learning at Home
When John the Baptist died, Jesus left on a ship to a “desert place apart” (Matthew 14:13). He sought time and space to mourn a friend. Yet he was followed by a large group of people. When he saw them he healed their sick and taught them all day long. At evening He...
