Are you lonely this Christmas? Come talk to a mentor. In 1962 I was preaching in Indianapolis, Indiana. I was single and it was Christmas time. I was heading home to Michigan to enjoy the holidays with my family. It was an extremely cold day and it was snowing. The wind was howling out of the north, blowing thick clouds of... >Read More

Tags: becoming a christian, Christmas, Culture, faith, faith & spirituality, family values, growing in your faith, holiday, John William Smith, Men, prayer, priorities, purpose, spirituality, Women

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Many people thirst for meaning in life. Do you strive for popularity and acceptance? Are you longing to belong? We're often reminded of what we lack when we search for our self-worth in others. A thirst for love and intimacy is often behind that search. Trying to satisfy our thirst can be difficult. Striving for perfection in relationships can be...... >Read More

Tags: crave, cravings, faith, intimacy, meaning, Micah J. Murray, self-worth, what do you crave

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The universe is precisely adjusted for life. But what does this fine-tuning really mean? Many scientists agree we're not here by chance. Does it point to the reality of a creator God? Is there a deeper story? This is the last in a six-video series exploring how recent discoveries in astronomy and physics point to the reality of the... >Read More

Tags: creator, evidence, evidence of god, faith, focus, God, science, truth

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I lost my dad to suicide at the age of five. Shortly after that a family member started sexually abusing me. Several years later I lost my step dad to a horrible fire that destroyed our home. We were left with nothing except for haunting memories.  Later, I turned to drinking to ease the pain that tormented me day in and day out... >Read More

Tags: BDD, becoming a christian, body dysmorphic disorder, changed lives, faith, faith & spirituality, FamilyLife Favs, going to church, healing, Jesus, LIFE, Self, self-esteem, sexual abuse

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by Michael Frey Eye of newt, wing of bat, toad tongue and lizard nose... Everyone knows these are the ingredients of a spooky witches' spell (or the dining hall menu for next Tuesday). And what Halloween would be complete without one? Ah Halloween, the time when everything gets a little scarier, and your dentist gets a little richer. Childhood...... >Read More

Tags: afterlife, faith, Halloween, spirituality

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It’s hard to forgive someone when you have the resources to get even. But being able to forgive people who don’t deserve it is a key success factor for any leader. Watch the video For Leonard Buhler, it’s his faith in Jesus that gives him the strength to forgive. Related Take this online study to learn how forgiveness can bring freedom...... >Read More

Tags: Career, faith, forgiveness, leadership, Leonard Buhler, staff campaign

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“Always walk through life as if you have something new to learn and you will.” ~Vernon Howard It can be hard to find time to learn amid the busyness of work and family but if you have a few minutes here and there, that’s enough.  Pick up a good book, try a new cuisine or dig in to one of... >Read More

Tags: Claire Colvin, faith, knowledge, learn, Life Lesson, spiritual growth

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Grieving is a unique experience. It’s a process that is as individual as the people it affects. Oh yes, there are predictable stages … but the experience of losing someone dear to you is truly a very personal journey. Recently I said goodbye to my dear Dad. It’s hard to believe it was only a couple of months ago. I’ve processed... >Read More

Tags: challenges & conflicts, Culture, death, faith, Family, family issues, Father, gail rodgers, grief, hardship & suffering, healthy marriage, LIFE, loss, parent, priorities, spirituality

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