by Hannah Rau | Jul 21, 2021 | Christian Life
Bible ‘Characters’? Heroes: we tend to idolize them. They are role models. They can do no wrong—and if they do, we don’t want to hear about it. Think of classic old action movies and TV series: there are clearly defined sets of good guys and bad guys. One set always...
by Hannah Rau | Jul 13, 2021 | Christian Life
Today (July 14th) is Shark Awareness Day. The day’s purpose involves conservation, awareness of threats endangering sharks, and acknowledgment of the role they play in the ocean ecosystem. But Shark Day is also about fear. Let’s be honest. Most people are at least a...
by Hannah Rau | Jul 6, 2021 | Christian Life
Since the U.S. was founded, freedom has been one of the watchwords of American culture. This past week, we’ve been celebrating the freedom we have as a country, specifically independence from Britain. But freedom is a key concept in the Christian life as well. A quick...
by Hannah Rau | Jun 29, 2021 | Christian Life
The current climate can feel like a minefield of clashing opinions and irreconcilable differences. Politics, education, race, gender, the environment, medical science, and religion all seem to be part of a growing list of hot-button topics it’s best not to bring up....
by Hannah Rau | Jun 23, 2021 | Christian Life
June 23 is National Hydration Day. It was created to remind everyone to drink enough water and stay hydrated, especially during the hot summer months and during exercise. It honors a football coach who invented an electrolyte-releasing mouthguard to keep players...
by Hannah Rau | Jun 15, 2021 | Christian Life
“Hannah, will you say the prayer for us tonight?” “Uh, sure.” Oh no, oh no, what do I say? I didn’t prepare anything. Quick! Think of something intelligent! How short can I reasonably make this? I’m going to sound like a fool. I don’t even remember that person’s name…...
