A seashell that lost its shimmer away from the sunlight becomes a reminder that our true beauty is always there—we just need God’s light to see it.

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Press On: The Power of Persistent Faith

Whatever roof you’re standing on right now, whatever task looms too large to finish, don’t look at the whole thing. Just do the next column. God sees the finished work even when all we can see are scraps of paper and stubborn nails.

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Barefoot and Grounded: Staying Rooted in God

A reflection on what it means to stay spiritually rooted in God and his truth amid the chaos of everyday life.

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What a Terrified Squirrel Reminded Me About God’s Love

A chance encounter with a frightened squirrel becomes a reminder that God’s love and care extend to all of his creation—and that loving God means responding with gratitude and love for the world and people around us.

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Weathering the Storm: 10 Tips to Help if Your Child Battles Mental Illness

If you parent a child with mental illness, don’t despair. It takes a lot of hard work and growth, but there is light ahead. God can and does create beauty from the ashes. Here are ten things we’ve learned along the way.