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A few weeks ago, I was in the kitchen preparing dinner as my almost-8-year-old son sat on the counter reading a book. Cooking tends to relax me, so I was in “the zone,” with worship music playing while I cooked. My son, Jonathan, snapped me out of my peace by calling out, “Mom! Mom!” I … Read more

Imagine a scenario where you are too stressed and anxious to understand any visual content you could be reading. As Christians, earthly turmoil and tribulations push us further to seek solace from God’s word. Meditation comes in different ways. ASMR is a trendy technique of mind relaxation that involves creating sounds that calmly trigger your … Read more

God delights in giving us rest.  Our gentle savior walked this earth and is well acquainted with the everyday toils of living and working. As Jesus was fully human, tempted for 40 days, He understands how much the mortal body craves physical and mental rest.  So often in the Bible, we meet characters who find … Read more

A Spirit Running on Fumes The spiritual journey is a long and tiresome one that never truly ends. It is almost inevitable that at some point, you will have nothing left in your tank. The signs of spiritual exhaustion are usually subtle at first. You may notice that you have less enthusiasm for communion with … Read more

What is vanity anyway Many people wonder: Is vanity a sin. But, what exactly is vanity? Lets take a look. The word “vanity” is derived from the Latin word “vanitas,” which means “emptiness.” A vanity mirror is a reflective surface used to see oneself. The term “vanity” is often used to describe people who are … Read more

There has been a huge emphasis on self-love recently. The more aware we are of ourselves, the more we care about how we are perceived, how people see us, and whether we matter in the bigger picture. The irony, however, is that the more self-aware we are, the more miserable we are. If we looked … Read more

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the things around you? From strained relationships to personal struggles like addictions, depression, or worries about uncertainties in your life—does life seem to be beating you down? Are you on a Christian path but struggling to please God by doing it all exactly right? The Savior invites you to take … Read more

The more you explore the scriptures, the more you understand and connect with God. Bible journaling is a creative way to do it: with a pen in your hand, you can read and study the Word, visually capturing scriptures, memorizing text, and even making it easier to share with your friends and family. But how … Read more

What does Christmas mean to you? Is it a time to commune with a family that you don’t get to see the rest of the year? Is it about the gifts and treats and festive décor? Or is it about getting your yearly work targets cleared in time for that big Christmas bonus? For some … Read more

The world as we know it is filled with suffering, immense pain, and so many circumstances that are beyond our ability to accept. No day is free from struggle, for, as the Bible puts it, “We do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of … Read more

When it comes to prayer, many people feel lost. They don’t know how to start to pray, what to say, or where to pray. Prayer is an important part of our lives, but for some reason, a lot of people shy away from it. The truth is, though, that prayer is a simple way to … Read more