One of my all-time favorite outfits was my second-grade communion suit, which included white dress shoes! At that time, we were taught that you "received your first holy communion" around the second g...  Read More

You may be familiar with the phrase "riding your high horse." This expression originated in the 14th-century practice in which knights and royalty rode tall, powerful horses—often called "great horses...  Read More

Chuck Feeney secretly gave away his entire multi-billion-dollar fortune over the course of his life to various charities and foundations, mainly through his organization, Atlantic Philanthropies. He w...  Read More

Are the repeated routines of your responsibilities wearing on you? Do you find yourself more combative than cooperative with others? Is your work driving you toward significance or draining your stren...  Read More

After a challenging and discouraging day at work, Pete plopped himself on the couch and began wallowing in self-pity. He moaned to his wife, "Nobody cares about me. In fact, the whole world hates me. ...  Read More

Today is a special day as we honor one of the most influential figures in American history, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. We take this time to reflect on his remarkable achievements and embrace his dream...  Read More

During a home renovation project, many people prioritize durability, long-term value, and personal satisfaction over the lowest prices. Cheaper options do not always yield better results in the long r...  Read More

A popular belief today is that being faithful to anyone, or anything, is trivial. However, this misguided view overlooks the fact that God blesses faithfulness. Proverbs 28:20a declares, "A faithful p...  Read More

Are you in a tough spot? Do you feel overwhelmed by the weight of your worries? Well, you are not alone because everyone (including God-inspired authors of chapters in the Book of Psalms), at one time...  Read More

A generous grandmother gave her grandson tennis lessons from a professional coach as a Christmas gift. When the training began, the coach politely explained some of the game's basics. However, the you...  Read More

Studies from Harvard's Joint Center for Housing, Yahoo Finance, NerdWallet, and the University of South Alabama indicate that Americans spent between $500 and $600 on home improvements last year. Thes...  Read More

In yesterday's devotional, we explored the difference between healthy and unhealthy fear. Understanding these differences is crucial in combating this familiar challenge.Medical studies show that unhe...  Read More

According to religious tradition, the three Kings, or Wisemen, visited Jesus shortly after His birth. Some legends suggest they arrived 12 days later, so certain cultures celebrate January 6th as "Thr...  Read More

Communication is vital in any relationship, particularly in our relationship with God. Praying involves a mix of talking, listening, and waiting. However, the most important aspect is to remain consis...  Read More

A humorous list of "anti-resolutions" circulated one year: "I resolve to gain weight, stop exercising, read less, watch more TV, procrastinate more, and never make New Year's resolutions again!"Accord...  Read More

As you start the New Year, make it a priority to include prayer as your first action. It can be a silent prayer amidst the celebration—a prayer over your family or with your family. You can do it righ...  Read More

A productive way to set goals is to reflect on your past accomplishments and missed opportunities from the past year. You can achieve this effectively by evaluating how you spent your time in 2025.Eph...  Read More

Life can be unpredictable and often feel unfair. As a result, we may face setbacks that lead to increased doubt and discouragement. This discouragement can create a mindset that the past year was a wa...  Read More