Created for Communion

Created for Communion Guest Post by Kristin Taylor  We are broken people, but Jesus’ death and resurrection made a way for us to lay aside our sinful nature and approach God and His kingdom, gradually becoming more like His Son. We are better friends when we rely on the example of Jesus and His people shown to us in scripture and allow the Holy Spirit to do transforming work within us. Jesus presents the ideal for which we strive. Our…

How a School Shooting Revealed God’s Sovereignty

How a School Shooting Revealed God’s Sovereignty Today’s post, How a School Shooting Revealed God’s Sovereignty, is by my very good (in-real-life friend) Jessica. She has a podcast ( The Stained Glass Podcast) but check it out after you read her amazing story of how God showed up for (and her husband) in an amazing way!  My husband and I have been together since high school, both attending a small engineering college. I pursued the fields of electrical engineering and…

The Unexpected Invitation

The Unexpected Invitation Melinda Patrick is the author of today’s guest post. “Mom, I love you and don’t like keeping secrets from you. I need to tell you something. I have a girlfriend.” These are heart-sinking words when they come from your daughter. In the short time it takes for your mind to begin to grasp the words before you, your world comes crumbling down. Life, as you know it, has immediately changed.  Unexpected news has a way of revealing…

One Very Important Part of the Journey of Life

One Very Important Part of the Journey of Life Today’s post is written by my good friend Katy McCown. She and I have the wonderful privilege to write for the First 5 app. Today Katy is sharing a special message about the journey of life. I am doubly excited because of her new book, “She Belongs.” Is now available! Check out below how to save $$ and order your copy today!  A few weeks ago I went on a hike…