And have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge in the image of its Creator.  —Colossians 3:10 Change is always a choice. Nobody can force you or talk you into change. You will not change until you decide you actually want to. Yet change is also wholly dependent on God. We ...

If the Lord is pleased with us, he will lead us into that land, a land flowing with milk and honey, and will give it to us. —Numbers 14:8 NIV Twelve Israelites went into the Promised Land to survey it and bring back intelligence to the people. All twelve agreed that it was good land, but ten of the men ...

Plenty of obstacles can come your way on this journey toward health. This is why planning is essential for your success. When it comes to meals and parties with friends, you have no doubt faced temptations. Turn your focus to the purpose of the event or celebration so you canadopt a new perspective. But also ...

You, Lord, are our Father. We are the clay; you are the potter; we are all the work of your hand. —Isaiah 64:8 NIV\Sometimes it can be easy to get caught up in looking at how far we are from being a finished piece of pottery instead of   celebrating what a beautiful work of art God ...

Let’s face it. Holiday season = party season. And too many parties = too many chances to make unhealthy choices. But there is a way to survive the holiday party season and still make healthy choices. Here are some suggestions from the experts on how you can avoid the pitfalls of holiday festivities. All it ...

May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. —Romans 15:13 Even when our situation is full of challenges, we can confidently pray that the God of hope will fill us with the ...

But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.  2 Corinthians 12:9 Any process of change exposes our weaknesses. We want to make changes, but when ...

Know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God. —Ephesians 3:19 God’s love is deep enough to handle anything. No matter what hurt you have experienced in the past, what problems you’re going through right now, or what pain you will face in the future, ...

Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. —1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Is it truly possible to give thanks in all circumstances? Yes. There might be aspects of the circumstance that God doesn’t want—troubles caused by sin or the brokenness of a fallen world. But ...

It can be a delight to gather with family and friends while enjoying a meal during the holidays. Celebrating over a meal lifts the spirits and fosters a sense of warmth, well-being and love. The most important ingredient in all your recipes are the people you choose to share them with. Our gift to you ...