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article | November 24, 2014

There's little doubt of the love Paul had for the leaders in Ephesus. On his journey to Jerusalem—knowing he'd never see these brothers again—the apostle requested they meet with him one final time in Miletus. Paul's heart must have been heavy with …

article | September 28, 2020

What’s the one thing you’ve been praying for? Maybe you’ve been praying about it for several years or several months. Maybe it’s a person, a deep desire, or a specific cause. Maybe you’re asking God for a miracle, or perhaps a few. …

article | December 22, 2015

These passages are familiar; but I invite you to read them like it’s the first time—slowly, with intentionality, with thoughtfulness. And the angel said to her, “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God. And behold, you will …

article | February 7, 2018

If I have the story right, after my dad asked my mom out, she commented to a friend, “Why do the creepy guys always ask me out?” (Obviously she changed her mind about my dad not too long after that!) Maybe you …

article | September 6, 2010

Sometimes I wonder if God has abandoned me. There. I said it. That isn't a thought that brings a smile to my face. It isn't the feel good part of my spiritual walk. It definitely isn't something I like to admit to …

article | July 11, 2018

So a guy in your world likes you, but he’s just not your type. Then what? Here are six ways to reject someone well. 1. Talk to God before you talk to the guy. Before you talk to the guy showing interest, …

article | October 14, 2019

When I accepted the job as women’s ministry director at First Evangelical Church in Memphis, I was excited and scared to death at the same time. Even though I had served for ten years on staff with Cru and had just graduated …

article | June 4, 2009

We've been talking about God's design for our femininity all month on the blog. Much of that conversation has revolved around marriage, motherhood, and the home. That makes sense. Those are certainly key elements in passages like Proverbs 31, Titus 2:3-5, and …

article | November 26, 2012

I have a good friend who recently told me that she feels that God is asking her to forgive her dad. I don't know all the ins and outs of their relationship, but I do know her dad has never asked for …

article | May 22, 2017

Congrats! Whether you’ve made it through high school, college, or grad school, it’s a big deal, an accomplishment worthy of celebration. I am so proud of you. Way to go! It’s easy to get caught up in platitudes at a time like …