Giving and receiving gifts can be a tricky business. For some, the holidays are an emotionally charged season. The materialism and buzz can grate on a heart struggling...
Sin has consequences. It seems obvious, but sin has had a detrimental impact on our ability to flourish. This is because sin has damaged the relationships that are...
To what extent would you say that the material aspects of Christmas factor into your celebration? Last year, an average of $371 was spent on presents per child...
Relationships are essential for human flourishing. One of those relationships is with ourselves – understanding we have inherent value and dignity because we’re created in God’s image. But...
People say some curious things about fear: “FEAR stands for ‘False Expectations Appearing Real.’” “Pain is the feeling of fear and weakness leaving your body.” It strikes me...
We are perishing for want of wonder, not for want of wonders. – G. K. Chesterton Have you ever considered how simple it is to make a phone...
This week, many Americans will share a Thanksgiving feast with family and friends. As a nation, we will take a break from our work to give thanks for...
In 2011, Walmart began Black Friday at 10:00 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day for the first time. In 2012, sales began at 8:00 p.m. In 2013, 6:00 p.m. This...
Working with people is one of the hardest things we have to do. All workplaces, even so-called Christian workplaces, have people in them. Not merely people, but sinners....
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