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Backstory
There are seven billion people in the world. Seven billion stories. And yet there are themes in our stories that are universal: betrayal, love, romance, redemption, sacrifice. The question—and it’s a really big question—is if there’s a larger story or narrative to which all our stories relate, one that makes sense of our shared experience—a common Back Story. It’s a question you need to answer for yourself. But before coming to a conclusion, consider this story and how it intersects with your own.
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What is your story?
What is truth?
Do you believe in a higher power?
Nate Larkin – Protecting my Reputation
If I asked your friends to describe you, what would they say? And if I asked you to describe yourself, would your answers match up with those of your friends? Consistency in character is certainly no easy feat; it is difficult to keep up one’s persona especially when there is no one watching. Pastor Nate Larkin lived a double life — despite a floundering marriage and a growing inclination to feed his porn addiction, he worked long and hard to protect the reputation that he so carefully built. Little did he know that the trials he was going through were opportunities to build up his character. Watch the video
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Learn how God can help with your porn addiction
What are the effects of pornography?
Do you need someone to talk to about your struggle with porn?
God is Peace
Do you know anyone who has been afflicted with cancer? If so, then you must be familiar with that feeling — the dreaded fear of the unknown. There are many hard questions, many emotions, many thoughts to grapple with. When Katherine heard that her husband, Dave, was diagnosed with cancer, she was filled with fear. Her family went through excruciating moments: rounds of treatment, cancer recurrence, and several hopeless nights. Their church community rallied together, sharing in their tears and sorrows, and helping them face the reality of the situation. Katherine shares her journey through their arduous battle with cancer and how she found hope and peace amidst the storm. Watch the video
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Dealing with life’s hard questions
Does God care?
Are you dealing with death and disease? Talk to a mentor.
Misconceptions
Is the Christian faith blind faith? On the surface, faith and reason may seem to be two drastically opposed ideas; to have “Faith” means to forego reason, and being “reasonable” means one can not have faith. Josh McDowell explains the importance of reason and rationality in light of the Christian faith. He challenges Christians to take heed; if the evidence provided by history, Scripture, and the early Church are false, then Christians are believing in vain. If, however, the message of Christ is true, then Christians need to be ever prepared to give an explanation for what their faith is in. Watch the video
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What is Christianity all about?
Helping faith grow
Do you have questions about faith? Talk a mentor
Scott Hamilton – A Grateful Heart
Imagine sitting at home, watching TV. Figure Skater Scott Hamilton has just received an Olympic gold medal. He’s standing in the limelight on top of the podium, the crowd is erupting with bouts of cheer, and he is gleaming with pride for such a momentous feat. Picture a different scenario. Since his childhood, Scott has suffered from various forms of illness: some diagnosable, others leaving doctors puzzled and confused. The other light Scott may be more familiar with is the glaring fluorescent light of a doctor’s office, waiting for yet another biopsy result.
These two mental pictures are merely glimpses of Scott Hamilton’s life. There is no doubt that he has faced his own ups and downs; yet, when asked what he prays about, Scott discussed having a grateful heart. Even still, a heartfelt conversation with a nurse opened his eyes to the true meaning of being a Father. Watch the video
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Learning to trust God during through tough moments?
Dealing with grief?
Need to speak with someone about grief? Talk to a mentor
Healing for the Brokenhearted
To earn someone’s trust is surely an honour beyond measure; therefore, it is unsurprisingly one of the most fundamental elements of a strong and successful relationship. Dealing with an unfaithful spouse is indubitably one of the hardest ordeals any relationship can go through. Whether you are at the receiving end of the betrayal, the unfaithful spouse, or even a friend of someone undergoing such plight, FamilyLife life coach Beth Scholes offers some tips as to how to face one of life’s darkest moments. Watch the video
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Going through tough moments in marriage
Has your trust been broken?
Are you struggling in your marriage? Talk to a mentor
Life In Six Words: G.O.S.P.E.L.
You might think that you’ve heard the story of Easter before, but you’ve never heard it like this. Give street poet, Propaganda, four minutes of your time and he’ll give you six words that change everything. Watch the video.
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You can know God today
Questions about faith? Talk a mentor
Faith changed my life, it can change yours
Easter is For Second Chances
Easter is the story of second chances. Did you know there is hope to start over? Through the events that are celebrated at Easter, one is the focus of Jesus’ death on the cross over 2000 years ago. Jesus paid the price for a world gone wild. He became a healer for those who suffer, a redeemer for all who have failed, a rescuer for all who are lost and alone, a life giver for all who are dying. Do you need a second chance?
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Read the Easter story
Why do we celebrate Good Friday?
Watch the story of Easter
Jesus’ Resurrection: Fact or Fiction?
If Jesus truly rose from the dead, what difference would it make? What impact would his death and resurrection have on the world throughout the centuries? Countless martyrs have died for the sake of his name; and, to this day, believers are mobilized around the corners of the world sharing about the love of Jesus and his victory over death. Are all these people living their lives in vain or is there proof of the resurrection? Read the article
Communication in Marriage
How do you feel when your spouse tells you “we need to talk”? Do you get excited? Or do feel a surge of dread, anticipating an unpleasant conversation about what may have gone wrong? Most marriage experts would affirm that communication is key in marriage — but just how can spouses do so effectively? Neal Black, the former Associate Director of FamilyLife Canada, discusses 6 key areas that couples can practice to improve their communication. Watch the video
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Is your marriage in a rut?
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Media
What Do You Fear?
What do you fear, and why? Is it holding you back from realizing your full potential?
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Do you crave destiny? (Part 2)
Destiny? Is this really me? Was I really born for great things?
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