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opportunity for joy

Posted by Jeff Olson on January 11th, 2010 | 6 responses

Sometimes the Bible puzzles me. For instance, the book of James starts out by telling us that when tough things happen, “consider it an opportunity for great joy” (James 1:2). Really? “Great joy?” I... read more »

satisfying life

Posted by tom felten on October 10th, 2009 | no responses

“There is probably no God. Now stop worrying and enjoy your life.” That message began appearing on the sides of London’s red buses last fall, courtesy of a group comprised of self-proclaimed atheists and... read more »

the power of gratitude

Posted by Jeff Olson on October 6th, 2009 | one response

Recent studies have shown that practicing gratitude leads to a healthier, more fulfilling, others-centered life. People who focus on what they are thankful for (versus those who dwell on hassles and frustrations) are in a... read more »

tomorrow

Posted by K. T. Sim on August 28th, 2009 | 3 responses

Let’s talk about tomorrow—today. What will your tomorrow be like? Tomorrow could bring death. From the moment we’re born, we’re dying. Someone has said that death is one appointment you may postpone,... read more »

miraculous joy

Posted by tfedit on August 26th, 2009 | no responses

Something strange happened last fall in the village of Milano, Italy. Residents turned on their home water taps and white wine flowed out! No, this was not a modern-day miracle-merely a mix-up. A local worker accidentally... read more »

the untouchables

Posted by tom felten on July 31st, 2009 | no responses

Yashwant Rao’s life in Karnataka, India, included some personal vices that made him feel ashamed. Then a life-changing thing happened. Yashwant received Jesus as his Savior after a pastor in his village repeatedly and... read more »

how to add miles to your smile

Posted by pohfangchia on June 1st, 2009 | one response

Have you ever counted how many different types of smiles there are? Hmm . . . don’t try. You will probably lose count if it’s true that we’re capable of over 200 different smiles as some people claim. While... read more »

seeing easter

Posted by winn collier on April 11th, 2009 | no responses

My son Wyatt is only 5, but being typically male, he still has a bit of an issue with commitment. He told me, “I believe in God, but I’m waiting to make my choice about loving Him until I see... read more »

in transition

Posted by Jeff Olson on March 20th, 2009 | one response

Just hours ago, at 7:44 (EST), the tilt of the earth’s axis moved into what is called a “vernal equinox,” officially marking the arrival of spring in the Northern Hemisphere. An equinox occurs when the... read more »

humming earth

Posted by tom felten on March 20th, 2009 | 2 responses

Do you hear that low, rumbling noise? (No, I’m not talking about your stomach growling—skipped a meal again, huh?) The phenomenon I’m referring to is called the “Earth’s hum.” That’s... read more »