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Finding Courage While Afraid
It was a chilly January morning in Minnesota. Believers gathered in the warm, familiar sanctuary of Cities Church in St. Paul. The soft morning light filtered through stained glass as the worship wrapped up, and Pastor Jonathan Parnell stepped up to the pulpit. His voice is steady and calm as he prayed... not realizing he soon his congregation would soon be in the midst of chaos.
Bold Faith Means Serving Others Sacrificially
One thing stands out clearly about Jesus' time on earth... He didn’t come to be served, but to serve others with boldness and sacrificial love.
Trusting God’s Timing (For Real Life)
Practical ways to trust God when you can’t see what’s next Trusting God can be one of the most challenging parts of our faith journey…especially when we can’t see what’s
Quiet Strength in Faith
Discover how women in the Bible trusted God without clear answers. Learn from Hannah, Esther, and Mary what faith looks like in uncertain seasons.
Faith Beyond Your Comfort Zone
When Comfort Holds Us Back There’s a moment many of us know well—even if we don’t have a name for it. Life feels steady. Faith feels familiar. Our routines are
God’s Love Moves Us
How Love Took on Flesh and Changed Everything Love is easy to talk about. It’s harder to define. Harder still to live. By the time Advent reaches its final week,
Joy That Stays
Understanding the Difference Between Happiness and Joy When Mary stepped through Elizabeth’s doorway, she wasn’t carrying a lighthearted grin or a carefree happiness. She carried questions, whispers from neighbors, and
Peace that Holds
The kind of peace that holds us is found not in calm circumstances but in Christ Himself. Discover how Mary’s story reveals the peace of God in chaotic seasons.
The Meaning of Hope
A teenager can teach us a lot about waiting The meaning of hope is easy to misunderstand. In our world, hope often sounds flimsy—like crossing your fingers or wishing on
A Grateful Heart
How Being Thankful Helps When Life Hurts It’s easy to be thankful when everything’s fine. When bills are paid, plans work out, and the coffee stays hot. But gratitude gets
Obedient Faith
Building Bold Faith Through Small Acts of Obedience Obedient faith doesn’t usually make headlines. It doesn’t shout or sparkle. It looks like a quiet yes — the kind you whisper
Choosing Faith
Everyday faith grows through small, steady choices. Learn how trusting God daily turns fear into courage and builds lasting peace.