Remembering America’s Military Heroes on Memorial Day
On Memorial Day, we honor the heroic men and women who died while serving our country. It is a time to remember their courage and sacrifice and to reflect on the price they paid to preserve our liberty. These selfless heroes embody John 15:13 (GNT) which says, “The greatest love you can have for your friends is to give your…
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Faith: The Ultimate Lesson of Independence Day
Today we glibly call it Independence Day, but we often forget its daunting origin. July 4, 1776, was in reality a brave step of faith in a surprising journey that stunned the world. Representatives from the thirteen colonies signed their names to a document declaring their national independence from Great Britain. The colonists had only a small trained army and…
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Q&A With Christian Hip Hop Artist Tedashii
Hip hop Christian artist Tedashii knows what it’s like to walk the road of pain and suffering. Last year, his one-year-old son died, and he was left with a shattered heart. His fourth album--Below Paradise--conveys much of his difficult journey during the past year. We interviewed Tedashii, an engaging man who doesn’t sugarcoat the pain of his loss. He admits…
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5 Things Jesus said about money
Money is power. And that power governs some of our most basic, daily interactions—from buying food to paying for a college education. It can be used for good—to help others and make things of beauty. But it can also be used to do great harm. Jesus talked about how money affects people and how to use money for the good…
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How do I recover from grief?
In the span of a few days, Dr. Jo Clifford’s life was changed forever. Her son committed suicide, and she was fired from her job two weeks after that. She went into a closet, shut the door and wept. But something unexpected happened: She met God there, in a space stuffed with shoes, shirts, pants and belts. Dr. Clifford felt…
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What Does Jesus Say About Worry?
Worry. It can be a heavy burden that so many people feel they must carry alone. Do you have more bills than paycheck? Are the kids struggling? Is someone you love facing a medical challenge? Well, you’re definitely not alone. The American Psychological Association says the top sources of stress in the U.S. include money, work, the economy, family responsibilities,…
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6 Tips for Christians Preparing for Marriage
Summertime traditionally is wedding season in the U.S., and preparing for the big day often takes a lot of time, coordination and money. However, after the vows are exchanged and party is over the real work begins. Jackson Crum, Lead Teaching Pastor at Park Community Church in Chicago, has counseled hundreds of couples in his 20-plus years of ministry. Noting…
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