Stuck Video Devotional (vol. 7) – Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego
Gather around as a family for this 7th installment of our kids’ devotional series – “Stuck: How God Meets us in Tight Places.” Scroll down to find Scriptures, Discussion Questions, Prayer Guide, and Activities. Stuck in Exile – Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego Scriptures Daniel chapter 3 (Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego) Daniel chapter 6 (Daniel)…
Read MoreHaruaki and Asami Odate, Japan (UPDATE)
We rejoice with the Odates as they welcome the newest member to their family, baby Seika, who was born on March 7th. Please continue to remember the Odates as they seek to navigate the intricacies of church planting amidst COVID-19 in Japan. To find out more about their work, contact O-Chan at praisingguitarist@gmail.com Post…
Read MoreParenting by Paul David Tripp
I believe the gospel; sometimes it just doesn’t show in my parenting. You know what I mean, don’t you? Some days, in my sorority house of 6 girls ages 11-18, I can get a little cranky and controlling. I just want knickknacks picked up, general obedience, a little peace and quiet, and some manners. Those…
Read MoreStuck Video Devotional (vol. 6) – Paul and Silas
Gather around as a family for this 6th installment of our kids’ devotional series – “Stuck: How God Meets us in Tight Places.” Scroll down to find Scriptures, Discussion Questions, Prayer Guide, and Activities. Stuck in a Prison – Paul & Silas Scriptures Acts 16:25-34 Discussion Questions WHAT (what did we learn from God’s Word?)…
Read MoreCountry Profiles: China (UPDATE)
Please join with us in praying for China and the Chinese Church as it faces the challenges of meeting and witnessing amidst the COVID-19 virus. Please pray in particular for church leaders as they seek to lead God’s people, often in the face of harassment and imprisonment. Pray that the Chinese church would continue to…
Read MoreStuck Video Devotional (vol. 5) – Simon Peter
Gather around as a family for this 5th installment of our kids’ devotional series – “Stuck: How God Meets us in Tight Places.” Scroll down to find Scriptures, Discussion Questions, Prayer Guide, and Activities. Stuck in a Boat – Simon Peter Scriptures Luke 5:1-11 Isaiah 6:1-8 (Compare Isaiah’s call with Simon’s call) Discussion Questions WHAT…
Read MoreBoundaries by Cloud & Townsend
“I wish I had read this earlier.” It’s the sentiment of many who read this book. Imagine living with an aging mother who manipulates with guilt, a 9-year-old son who throws tantrums when disciplined, a husband who doesn’t text when he’s late, and a boss who gives you more work than you can do. You…
Read MoreBrainstorming around Family Worship during COVID-19
Maybe kids are home from school, you’re working from home, and the normal distractions and hustle and bustle of running 1000 different directions has stopped. For now. Suddenly, there’s a lot more family time. What might family worship look like in this new season and different rhythm? Here are seven ideas to help you brainstorm…
Read MoreWhy Does He Do That? by Lundy Bancroft
Abuse is prevalent in our culture. [1] Perhaps you’ve seen pictures of bruised bodies and broken bones from domestic violence. Maybe you’ve read of deaths. But abuse is more than that. Psychological, verbal, and emotional abuse may not show up in a picture, but an abuser slowly dismantles your identity in a way that can…
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