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Temptations: Why Did I Want That Useless Piece of Plastic?

Written by Johnathan Armstrong

I remember as a child whining to try to get an exciting new toy—which really turned out to be just a worthless piece of junk. Are adult temptations much different? Have you ever seen...

Pictures of Devotion

Written by Karen Meeker

Devotion manifests itself in different ways, but few are as profound or elicit such emotion as images, mental or real, of the bereft. Consider a devoted pet or a mother like Rizpah. Hawkeye...

The Parenting Power of Encouragement

Written by Larry Greider

Life has many challenges, and no one is good at everything he or she tries, especially the first time. Many times what our children need is a cheerleader, not a critic! Having raised four very...

Ride Your Race to Win!

Written by Larry Murray

The arduous Argus Cycle Tour taught me a lot about myself—and about an even more important race we are all in. The Argus Cycle Tour is the largest timed cycle race in the world. Its 110...

Letting Go as They Fly the Coop!

Written by Becky Bennett

My kids have been growing up—now I need to as well! As I turn over the reins (or the car keys) to them more and more, I need to turn my care and concern for them over to God more and more....

He Fell in Love With My Mind!

Written by Judy Swanson

As I reflect back on getting to know my then future husband 50 years ago, I want to share some thoughts with those contemplating marriage. While I was in college, I met the man who would someday...

“I Wish I Could Get It Back”

Written by Laura La Ravia

Have you ever lost something valuable and wished you could get it back? Sometimes what we leave behind or lose is irretrievable. In the summer of 1983 I had the opportunity to go to China on a...

To Submit or Not to Submit?

Written by Sarah Henderson

As a wife in the 21st century, I face the challenge of understanding and applying the biblical instructions that so few respect today. What does it mean to be a godly wife today? What specific...

Working With Your Child’s Teachers About Absences for the Biblical Festivals

Written by Susan Scott Smith

Not long after school starts in many areas, Church of God members begin preparing for the biblical Feast of Tabernacles. This means it’s time to talk with your child’s teachers about...