Thanksgiving is almost here - and it's one of those rare times where the entire nation pauses - for at least for a few minutes - to be grateful. But for believers, Thanksgiving is more than just a cultural moment. It's an opportunity to spiritually reflect on our blessings from God and how those blessings shape our priorities. Gratitude is ...

On the afternoon of June 12th, just this past summer, two hikers began climbing a mountain near Torreys Peak in Colorado. They contacted rescue workers around 5 p.m. saying that they were 'off route'. Mission leaders stayed on the line, guiding them back on track and eventually to the summit an hour later. Just moments after reaching...

Do you ever have trouble remembering someone's name? It drives me nuts when I know I know it - I just can't get it from deep in my brain to my mouth. - Names matter. - They carry meaning. When someone remembers your name, it implies you're important and valued.

Now fear the LORD and serve him with all faithfulness. Throw away the gods your forefathers worshiped beyond the River and in Egypt, and serve the LORD. (15) But if serving the LORD seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your forefathers served beyond the River, or the gods of...