by Nathan Fowler | Sep 10, 2022 | Christian Life, Magazine
My three-year-old wants to drink espresso. He thinks he wants to drink espresso. Of course, he doesn’t realize coffee is an acquired taste. As with Brussels sprouts and dark chocolate, we learn to enjoy coffee’s bitterness — at least some of us do! It’s much the same...
by Kelly Adkins | Sep 10, 2022 | Christian Life, Magazine
I recently listened to a podcast episode on the topic of decluttering, focusing on the reasons why we all need less stuff, and why it’s often so hard to make that happen. (Yes, please follow me for more tips on exciting ways to spend your free time!) The episode...
by Jeanne Harrison | Sep 10, 2022 | Family Ministry, Magazine
Back-to-school season has a way of bringing out the best and worst in me. The best? I get organized and hyper-attentive to my kids. Good food, clean clothes, long conversations. The worst? I get organized and hyper-attentive to my kids. Neurotic micro-managing,...
by Rusty McKie | Sep 10, 2022 | Christian Life, Magazine
Parker Palmer says most people view the world through the predominant imagery of warfare. While the Bible is replete with warfare imagery (and there’s nothing wrong per se with this), Palmer says it’s not the most helpful metaphor for life. Why? Because...
by Jayson Curry | Sep 10, 2022 | Christian Life, Magazine
Giving is a difficult topic for many, myself included. Prior to marrying my wife, my giving was sporadic, minimal, and mostly non-existent. My wife, on the other hand, was giving beyond measure. At first I was terrified and intimidated by her generosity. What about my...
by Rusty McKie | Sep 10, 2022 | Counselor's Corner, Magazine
Talking with a friend the other day, we shared how our social anxiety has increased in recent years. In general, I’m noticing increased anxiety throughout the day in those I care for (and again in myself). When challenging emotions arise, we tend to ignore them...
