Resources for restoration

Oh No the Sun is About to Set I Better Get Rid of My Anger!!!!!

We come to some crazy conclusions about what is written in the Bible. This is especially true with subjects that make us uncomfortable. 

Gordon Bals

7 minute read

Frustrating Frustrations

From icemakers that don’t work right, to dogs that bark too much and children that break things, life often seems like a series of frustrating events.

Eric Venable

8 minute read

A Healthy Suspicion

We have suspicions about all kinds of things, and these scrutinizing thoughts sometimes protect us from legitimately harmful encounters and situations. At other times our suspicions are rooted in unfounded fears, insecurities, and past disappointments.

Bill White

8 minute read

The Fast Pace of Slow Growth

Every person that has ended up becoming more Christ-like started each new part of the journey with just little seeds of hope.

Gordon Bals

7 minute read

Why Sacrifice?

I recently typed “ungrateful” into a search engine, and these are some quotes I came across: “If they lack gratitude, they should lack your attention. Give your energy to those who appreciate you”

Bill White

9 minute read

God’s Word: How Do You Relate to It?

How do you relate to God’s word? And I am not asking, “How do you read God’s word?” or even “How often do you read God’s word?” I asked how do you relate to it?

Gordon Bals

9 minute read

Is God Your Friend?

Is God Your Friend? Have you ever considered that maturing as a Christian involves returning to friendship with God? The way God is often talked about (from a strict father to a cheery grandfather) often means many of you end up with an insecure attachment to God after years of being a believer.

Gordon Bals

10 minute read

Male Friendship: Moving from Enjoyable to Resourceful

While waiting to meet a friend of mine at a local coffee shop I noticed two women who also appeared to be friends, sitting together on a sofa. One had her legs curled under her, facing her friend, sharing very personal details about her life. The other woman was deeply engaged in what her friend was saying, periodically touching her friend's arm as a sign she was connecting with her story.

Bill White

11 minute read