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A Rainy Day in Rwanda: Lessons From a Polaroid

Written by Karen Meeker

Revisiting the wonders of photography and travel helps me to remember another wonder that allows me to see myself—the Holy Bible. When poet Robert Burns penned his famous line, “O...

The Smoking Litterbug: Impressions of a 3-Year-Old

Written by Chant’a Collier

Sometimes we don’t realize the impressions we are leaving on little ones. Our example is extremely important. As my granddaughter and I stopped at the red light, I glanced in the rearview...

Tupac Shakur Returns to Virtual Life

Written by Cliff Demarest

The 3-D hologram of the dead rapper caught many people’s attention. But God has a far more amazing plan to bring everyone back to actual life. Ever since the time of Star Trek: The Next...

Becoming a Better HUSBAND

Written by Mike Bennett

Husbands and future husbands have a great responsibility. How can we do a better job in this essential biblical role? Disclaimer time. I’m not claiming to be a great husband. As my wife and...

A Family That Exercises Together: The Last 50 Yards

Written by Todd Carey

Physical activity is a great way to build healthy bodies and strong family bonds. Like my sons say: “On your mark, get set … Hey, come back here!” The frozen sticks crunched...

Character Is What’s Cool

Written by Cliff Demarest

Times and cultures change, but cool remains the same. Or does it? Is cool being hijacked? Our oldest son turned 13 last year. His coming of age is bringing back all those forgotten memories from...

Misinterpreted

Written by Debbie Pennington

Have you ever had someone misunderstand your words or tone in a conversation? What should we do about it? Have you ever been verbally accosted because of someone’s misperception of what you...

Love Your Enemies?

Written by Hervé Irion

He was insulted, mocked, threatened and hated; yet he chose not to retaliate but rather to love his enemies. This story, as surprising as this may be, is not about Jesus Christ. Or is it? In 1979...

Faith and Healing: When God Answered Immediately and When He Did Not

Written by Pam Rehm

I know God answered our prayer as we were spinning out of control! That kind of experience builds faith. But when He doesn’t answer right away—that’s when it takes faith. I was...