Anxiety and depression are mounting after such a troubling year! Children have gone through a time when their everyday lives have been turned upside down and they have little power over the twists and turns that are being placed on their lives by this pandemic. Our youngest children may not even remember a time when … Read more
In difficult times, it’s often easy to lose focus and not even know who to turn to. We feel desperate, overwhelmed, burdened with everyday worries. And it is precisely in these moments, even if we are not fully aware, that God is with us, close and wants to remind us of how much he cares … Read more
The loss of a child is probably the greatest tragedy on earth. No parent can imagine losing a child, no matter how old the child is. So if you are a parent who lost a child, whether the loss was caused by miscarriage, crib death, illness, accident, suicide, violence, or natural causes, your child’s death … Read more
Does the word unity still have any meaning in such a divided world? Such a word once indicated a feeling of togetherness, solidarity or unity between people. Over the years the definition hasn’t changed and the word continues to be used in public discourse, but our politicians, community leaders, online influencers, and even ourselves all … Read more
Take some time to thank God for the freedom we have as you celebrate Independence Day with barbecues and fireworks this year. This collection of prayers for July 4th focuses on celebrating our freedom, thanking those who served in our military, and praying for our nation. As Christians, we can thank God for both the … Read more
My younger daughter is doing her A-levels this summer. Not only will she finally be leaving school (she wasn’t a fan), but she also has a place at university far from home. It will stay in the same province, but a total of seven hours by car and ferry. Her sister, on the other hand, … Read more
How can you pray a worship prayer? You can pray word for word one of the worship prayers found in scripture, or you can rewrite the verses to apply to your own circumstances, with the emphasis on God’s glory rather than your reaction or situation. For example, Psalm 145: 14-16 says: “The Lord supports all … Read more
7. 2 Samuel 22: 3-4 Slide 4 of 5 “… my God is my rock in which I seek refuge, my shield[a] and the horn[b] my redemption. He is my fortress, my refuge and my savior – you save me from violent people. “I have called the Lord, who is worthy of praise and has … Read more
There are homeless people in every small and large town. We may walk past the homeless and not know their situation. We may not even know we were in the presence of a homeless man. Some people don’t want anyone to know they are homeless. Guilt, embarrassment, and fear of the unknown can be on … Read more
The Father’s role in life is a sacred and sacred position. On Father’s Day we celebrate the blessings of fatherhood. Be it by birth or by assuming responsibility, the fathers and father figures in our lives deserve our admiration and prayer. Here are prayers for Father’s Day that will help you encourage and inspire the … Read more