Tag Archives: Faith

The Power of Faith by James R. Coggins

Posted on July 9, 2025 by jrcoggins

In Galatians 3:1-5 (NIV), the apostle Paul issued a very strongly worded rebuke to the Galatian Christians: “You foolish Galatians! Who has bewitched you? Before your very eyes Jesus Christ was clearly portrayed as crucified. I would like to learn … Continue reading →

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Pruning Hurts!

Posted on June 3, 2025 by Ann Malley

The Wisdom of Seasons: Letting God Work, Even in the Mess The seasons are changing again. You can feel it in the wind—or lack thereof. This week’s forecast is for hot weather, after a spate of balmy breezes that led … Continue reading →

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Honoring the Brave: A Memorial Day Reflection for Believers

Posted on May 27, 2025 by Author Mary Alford

Even though Memorial Day has past, let our hearts still turn toward the countless men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. It’s a solemn time of the year, steeped in reverence, gratitude, and reflection—a chance to … Continue reading →

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LENT IS BEYOND SPECIAL by Vicki Hinze

Posted on April 18, 2025 by Vicki Hinze

  Lent 2025 started March 5th and continued for the next six weeks, ending April 17th  (Holy Thursday for Catholics) and April 19th (the day before Easter) for other Christians. Lent is a special time for all Christians.  It’s a … Continue reading →

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A God of Second Chances by Vicki Hinze

Posted on March 21, 2025 by Vicki Hinze

  The Bible is full of cases where God proved He was the God of second chances.  He created us, knows our every wound and scar, and all that leads us to make mistakes.  It is by forgiveness and grace … Continue reading →

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Seeking Peace by Vicki Hinze

Posted on February 28, 2025 by Vicki Hinze

  Whether in a relationship, in a job, or in life, true peace is often elusive.  We chase it, we pray for it, we yearn for it, and at times we glimpse it, yet largely peace escapes us. Why is … Continue reading →

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Misplaced Confidence by James R. Coggins

Posted on February 19, 2025 by jrcoggins

In Philippians 3:1-11, the apostle Paul was warning the early Christians about relying on circumcision and following other Jewish rituals and obeying other laws and rules. He described his own life, saying, “If someone else thinks they have reasons to … Continue reading →

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Patterns by Tara Randel

Posted on February 3, 2025 by tararandel

I’ve been reading the book of Ephesians lately. Paul establishes a foundation of faith in the first few chapters, then finishes the remaining chapters by illustrating how to live by using the pattern of Jesus’ teaching. When I heard the … Continue reading →

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Wind — Is It Good Or Bad?

Posted on January 23, 2025 by Patricia Bradley

Wind is something I am not fond of, especially if I’m outdoors. In the winter, it freezes me to death and in the spring, tornadic wind destroys. But this week, I learned something interesting about wind from my pastor, so … Continue reading →

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Words for Christmas Day by James R. Coggins

Posted on December 25, 2024 by jrcoggins

As has been my custom at Christmas in recent years, I offer today a couple of my poems. Since no one has time to read blogs at Christmas, it is the perfect time to share poetry, since no one reads … Continue reading →

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Sprinting in Faith by Nancy J. Farrier

Posted on September 23, 2024 by Nancy J. Farrier

Writing is often a solitary business. You have your writing area, usually away from people or things that might distract—such as cute cat videos or a good book to read. When you are on your own, it’s often easy to … Continue reading →

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Faith and Deeds by James R. Coggins

Posted on August 28, 2024 by jrcoggins

James 2:14-26 is the reason 16th-century Protestant Reformer Martin Luther dismissed the book of James as “an epistle of straw.” In this passage, James stated, “Faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead (verse 17) and … Continue reading →

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Why Surrender the Good by Julie Arduini

Posted on May 10, 2024 by juliearduini

Julie’s Note: This is a revised post from my new Substack. Substack is part blog, part newsletter. I write once a week on surrender issues with chocolate mentions. Always with encouragement, never preachy. Consistently authentic. I’d love for you to … Continue reading →

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Peter’s Faith by James R. Coggins

Posted on March 27, 2024 by jrcoggins

Acts 19 tells the wonderful story of Peter, imprisoned by King Herod and facing death, being miraculously rescued by an angel. Peter followed the angel out of the prison, but “he had no idea that what the angel was doing … Continue reading →

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The Steady, Plodding Donkey by Delores Topliff

Posted on December 14, 2023 by dtopliff

I’m writing about donkeys today, seen frequently all over Israel—entering Jerusalem’s Old City gates and/or traveling networks of roads and trails everywhere—quiet, unassuming, but getting work done. In scripture, a donkey saved the prophet Balaam from the angel messenger’s sword … Continue reading →

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