Cooking with the Bible
This is part of a series on Bible Literacy. Finding your bearings A while ago, my wife and I encountered Samin Nosrat’s engaging short documentary series and her popular cookbook, Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat. Since then, my tastebuds have certainly benefited, and my much-needed pandemic diet is now tolerable and even enjoyable. But what struck me was Nosrat’s approach to…
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4 Bible Verses for When Fear Keeps You Awake
It’s been a long time since I can remember not worrying about something. After all, I am a mom of many: my husband and I have fostered 45 children and adopted seven. On any given day, I find myself anxious about my youngest son, who struggles with dyslexia. I wonder if my young adult children are making wise choices. I’m…
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Washington News: January – Week 1 – 2016
Tax Reform in 2016?With the new year, optimism for tax reform again breaks forth in Washington. In January the Senate Finance Committee and the House Ways and Means Committee will embark on a journey toward major tax reform.But what is the realistic potential in an election year? The 2016 tax reform may reflect changes in international, corporate, personal and estate…
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Where Can You Turn When You Fear the Future?
I’ve spent most of my life building a “road map” of hopes, dreams and expectations. I’ve planned the jobs I need to build a successful career. I’ve planned when I want to start a family (and adopt a dog). And I’ve planned the money I need to buy my first house. But I’m starting to wonder if this planning is…
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5 Prayers for When Your Life Is in Transition
One of my close friends recently had a baby. For most people, this new arrival would trigger a whole host of emotions from joy to anxiety. But this friend only seems to experience joy. Despite the significance of the transition before him, he appears unmoved. Do you know anyone like this? No matter what they experience in life, these people…
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Bible Reading Resolutions That Stick
‘Tis the season to make resolutions! Many of the people you lead are using the turn of the new year as motivation to kick a bad habit or start a good one. For some, the new habit might be Bible reading (and if they don’t come up with that on their own, they might be receptive to the suggestion). Of…
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6 Bible Verses for When You Feel Anxious About Money
Sometimes money feels elusive, doesn’t it?One minute your bank account looks stable. You have the money you need to pay the bills and even invest in a charitable cause. But suddenly, everything changes. A gift for your spouse’s birthday, a new set of tires for your car, a phone bill with unexpected charges—almost overnight, you’re staring at a near-empty bank…
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