Several years ago, I accepted a new position as an organist at a church with thousands of members. As I walked through the church’s massive doors on my first Sunday, I...

As a teenager, I was often asked, “How is your relationship with God?” I was unsure how to respond because I could not hear the voice of God as it seemed...

Years ago, an assistant pastor of the church to which I belonged at that time spoke to me in such angry tones that I wanted to change churches. However, since I...

I moved from Moscow to North Carolina to live with my daughter and son-in-law. Since they worked many hours, I often stayed at home alone. Three months after moving I didn’t...

We went on a family trip to the coast last summer. As always, the chance to spend time at the beach was wonderful. O ne morning my sister and I woke...

Many years ago on a beautiful fall afternoon, I was on a walk with my dad and our dog. The dirt road was bordered by woods on both sides. As the...

As a first-grade teacher, I have a deep commitment to teach children about God and God’s word. Often, I am inspired by the students’ enthusiasm when I hear them express their...

In a small-group discussion at my church, I mentioned that I often struggled to fall asleep. Another member of the group, a retired school psychologist, said that he tells people not...

From a young age, I loved to go to church. I was very active in youth ministry, and my grandfather, who was the pastor, regularly involved me in worship. I enjoyed...

Last night my family learned that the mother of one of our 13-year-old son’s classmates passed away. We were shocked, and we wanted to be there for her daughter and her...