The lab director was often difficult to get along with. She seemed bent on getting me fired, and with each new disagreement our conflict intensified. She and my other colleagues also...

When my friend was asked to become a song leader in Christian fellowship, she asked me, “Sister, can I do this?” To encourage her, I said, “Yes, you can!” Despite her...

Not long ago I was so amazed by a sunrise that I rushed out the back door in my pajamas with camera in hand. I wanted to capture a photograph before...

According to my high school track coach, the worst thing you could do as a runner was to quit a race or be disqualified. One year I was at the regional...

I t can be hard to ask for help, but sometimes we have no choice. One time, my dad decided to repair a bedroom radiator valve by himself. Mum was out...

In the process of building our church’s new family center, we encountered problems with the foundation for the building. Without a solid foundation, the building would eventually develop weaknesses and the...

I look forward to worshiping in community with my local congregation. I particularly love the special seasons of the church year, and I most want to be in church during Advent....

In our fast-paced, busy, and loud world, we may find it challenging to rest. Overwhelming needs — spiritual, physical, emotional, mental, and relational — surround us. We can easily fall into...

Years ago, my family and I decided to foster young girls. Each time a girl returned to her parents or guardians, we felt the Holy Spirit leading us through the bittersweet...

As a teenager, I struggled with acne. Every morning I obsessed over how to cover new zits on my face. I avoided getting too close when speaking with strangers, thinking they...