Devotions

Short enough to read in the carpool line, in the break room, at home, or anywhere you find five minutes for quiet reflection.

A Simple Way to Battle Disappointment

For years, every time I saw my granddaughter Caroline, she gave me a gift. Although her brother usually beat her to my door on Fun Fridays at Gigi’s House, she was fast on his heels. The tiny girl, “no bigger than a squirrel,” as my husband says, greeted me with smiling eyes that sparkled with misch

The Best Sermons Have No Words

Greetings, friends, Some of the most powerful sermons are preached without words. During a Sunday service at a small country church, an empty communion table and “invisible” flowers set the stage for a quiet but unforgettable act of worship. I’ve heard some of the best sermons preached in the most u

Use those Christmas Cards to Bless Those You Love

What will you do with the Christmas cards you received from friends and family members? For years I enjoyed them, displayed them during the holidays, then threw them away. But not any longer. Several years ago, my husband and I decided to use them as prayer prompts. We piled them into a basket, and,

The Best Reason of All to Celebrate

Greetings, friends, Christmas doesn’t always go as planned. From busted pipes and cold showers to family-wide stomach bugs, holiday disruptions can steal our peace—unless we remember the true, unshakeable Gift at the heart of it all. If you’d like to listen to today’s post, click the audio player be

Three Biblical Secrets to Live a Long and Happy Life

Greetings, Refresh Readers: While science links longevity to healthy habits like diet and exercise, Scripture reveals even deeper truths. These timeless principles not only protect us from harmful choices but also bring peace, prosperity, and eternal hope. True longevity begins with obedience to God