Advent: Anticipation to Celebration

Advent: Anticipation to Celebration

Advent: Anticipation to Celebration In the second half of the Advent season, we celebrate the events leading up to the first Christmas and rejoice, knowing that God keeps His promises. The first two candles of the advent wreath recognize the darkness in the world and...
Advent: Looking Forward, Looking Back

Advent: Looking Forward, Looking Back

Advent: Looking Forward, Looking Back You may be familiar with advent calendars or wreaths as a way to get ready to celebrate Christmas, but Advent isn’t just about looking back at the birth of Jesus. This season reminds us that we are in the “last days” and helps us...
Why Give Thanks?: 5 Benefits of Gratitude

Why Give Thanks?: 5 Benefits of Gratitude

We know that the Bible commands Christians to give thanks, but did you know that being grateful can also make you healthier? Research in psychology has consistently shown that gratitude is connected with mental, physical, and relational benefits. Here are five ways...
How to Talk About Politics at Church

How to Talk About Politics at Church

It’s election season. Even if you haven’t given much thought to the ballot yet, you’ve probably been bombarded by lawn signs, attack ads on TV, and unwanted text messages and phone calls, all trying to sway you toward a particular candidate or...