Our Christmas Traditions, Where Did They Come From?
Traditions are customs, beliefs, stories and actions that are passed down orally from generation to generation and accepted as fact. Traditions strengthen family bonds and create memories. They can teach values and offer comfort and security. Understanding…
Thanksgiving Prayer When You Don’t Feel Thankful
Is it possible to express gratitude when you don’t feel very thankful? I believe so. There are many times when we are grieving a loss or have deep concerns for the future and our anxiety weighs down…
You Can Control the Chaos of the Holidays
The Holiday season can be stressful and exhausting so how can we take control of the chaos? There are approximately six weeks of non-stop advertising and extra to-do’s added to our calendars. And is it me or…
Samuel a Life of Godly Leadership
What makes a good leader? Headlines highlight the problems in our leadership on every level and side track us from looking for the good and positive. How do we find discern if someone has what it takes…
Make My Day. Please! The Power of Kindness
Go Ahead, make my day. Clint Eastwood’s famous line from Sudden Impact is obviously not what I mean. We can make someone’s day through the power of kindness. The old rhyme about “sticks and stones” isn’t…
Trusting God in the midst of Life's Storms with Nancy Smith
