In one of his most famous sermons, Pastor J. Alistair Brown told a story of how he passed a massive oak tree as he was walking through a park one day. The entire lower half of the tree was covered by the vine’s creepers…
Read MoreParty Ryes – From Virginia’s Kitchen
This yummy, easy-to-make appetizer is great while you’re waiting for dinner to pop out of the oven. You can even put them together ahead of time and freeze them to bake later. I hope you enjoy them!
Read MoreWhat is the foundation of your life?
On November 25, 1895, a cornerstone of ice was laid in Leadville, Colorado—the beginning of the largest ice palace ever built in America. In an effort to bolster the town’s sagging economy, the citizens staged a winter carnival…
Read MoreAppreciating the blessings of others in your life
A story was told of a man who loved old books. He met an acquaintance who had just thrown away a Bible that had been stored in the attic of his ancestral home for generations…
Read MoreThe importance of facing life’s challenges head-on
Researcher Spencer Silver from 3M was curious about what would happen if he mixed an unusual amount of monomer into a polymer-based adhesive he was working on…
Read MoreFinding reward in life’s challenges
Almost everyone has heard of Paul Revere’s midnight ride to warn American patriots of advancing British soldiers during the American Revolution. But few have heard of Israel Bissel…
Read MoreHow you can avoid spiritual immaturity
In a survey conducted by the Barna Research Group, nearly 1/3 of all born-again Christians stated that all good people will go to heaven, whether they have embraced Jesus Christ or not…
Read MoreBreak Free from Discouragement!
Everyone needs encouragement – every single person. Yet the less obviously someone seems to need it, the more likely they haven’t received enough of it. And for many, this misconception leads to a perpetual cycle of discouragement and despair. That’s why in this powerful single-message CD called Cycle of Encouragement, Pastor David McGee shows you […]
Read MoreThe Everyday Encouragement You Need
When he was 16 years old, Edward Steichen bought his first camera. He was so excited about his purchase that he went out that afternoon and used up every single one of the 50 exposures in the film. The next day, Steichen took the film to get developed. Upon receiving his photos, he began to […]
Read MoreHow to emphasize the eternal in your life
Professional golfer Tommy Bolt was playing in Los Angeles and had a caddy with a reputation of constant chatter. Before they teed off, Bolt told him, “Don’t say a word to me…”
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