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Praying for the Presidential Election

The presidential election is a pivotal event that shapes the future of a nation. As earthly citizens, we have a responsibility to participate in the election. For those who are followers of Jesus, prayer is an essential part of the election process, offering a way to...

Living Out Our Faith in Jesus with Others

The Church

We do these types of things when we play on a team or meet as a group to read a book. Why not apply those same patterns with our faith in Jesus? If you find it difficult to grow in your faith in Jesus by yourself, then invite others to grow with you.

Have Fun!

Culture, Family, The Church

When was the last time you spent time with friends or family and laughed? I don’t mean a meme that was shared through a text thread, which can be funny. I mean a time where you told stories and laughed, made memories and laughed.

Staying Connected over the Summer

Culture

School is coming to an end. Travel plans are being put in place. Finding creative ways to cool off over the summer are being established. Those opportunities are great but how do we not just fill our summer with “busyness?” How can we stay connected to a pattern of studying God’s Word? What can help us not lose track of those friendships that are just starting to blossom? Where can we find creative ways to serve others instead of only looking after our own interests?

Friends or Family?

Culture, Family

Recently I was talking with someone and they said, “My friends are my family.” Doesn’t that sound nice? On the surface it makes sense. Our friends are the people we see more frequently. Our friends are probably the people we are more likely to ask for help. Our friends don’t have a history of awkward experiences from the high’s and low’s of life, so it makes sense why we would drift toward friends as family.

Leadership: Law of Influence

Leadership

Maxwell’s definition for the Law of Influence is that “the true measure of leadership is influence nothing more, nothing less.” Ask yourself, “Who are you influencing?” It starts with self, spouse, children, extended family, co-workers, neighbors, family, etc. And what are we influencing people toward?