Latest blog posts:
That critical coworker, backstabbing neighbor, passive-aggressive family member, or drama-hungry colleague always stirring up emotional chaos. As a Christian, how do we deal with “difficult people”? Jesus commands us to love thy neighbor, but does that mean we have to like them, too? A blog on how to love the difficult-to-love, by Jessica Brodie.
Read MoreI’ve always been a serious-minded person, but when I’m feeling anxious, grumpy, or stressed, one way I can let go of my worries and reconnect with God is a fun one: go play outside! On how outdoor time brings both a mood lift and a way to feel the glory of God and creation.
Read MorePoor attitudes, worries, and negative mindsets do not amount to a victimless crime. They hurt ourselves, those we love, and our ability to serve God in the way God intended. On embracing a God-centered life through 10 faith-based practices when I’m feeling anxious, grumpy, or stressed.
Read MoreThis week, I’m honored to feature my friend and fellow writer Hilarie Barry on my blog. Hilarie and her husband are survivors of an extremely painful experience: infidelity. But their story is a beautiful one that is now woven into their faith journey. She has just released a new book, We Survived Infidelity: An Unexpected Life Lesson, that she hopes will help other women by telling the story of God at work in her life. Read on to meet Hilarie!
Read MoreOn pushing aside “wicked stepmother” clichés to embrace a better label: Christian. How I try my best to love my stepkids as Jesus would have me do.
Read MoreOn how I learned Jesus isn’t “a” way but the only way.
Read MoreHow one precious family found transformation even in the most terrible pain: the loss of a child.
Read MoreWe make things of faith so complicated, but the simple and honest faith of children often rings the truest. Today, Laura Camby McCaskill guest-blogs for Shining the Light with, “That’s Not The Real Jesus.”
Read MoreAre you in danger of becoming a falling iguana? Has your spiritual body temperature dropped to a dangerous level? Are you hanging on with ever-stiffening fingers? Are you a toenail away from losing your grip and taking someone else down with you? A guest blog by Lori Hatcher.
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