Thursday Thought - How do you appeal to others?
When you want to get somebody to respond positively to your request or appeal, how do you communicate with them? By demanding they agree…
Wednesday Story of Impact - Pizza Ranch Casselton, ND
We want to highlight the efforts of Jaci and the Casselton, ND Pizza Ranch to make a positive impact in their community recently. On Christmas…
Tuesday Truth - Most frequently used words in the Bible
What are the most frequently used words in the Bible?
Monday Mission - Start Small
We are almost through the first month of the 2024 calendar. Many people set goals for the year, or decided on January 1st they…
Dressing for Battle
Being in the heart of the Midwest (& surviving last week) none of us are strangers to extremely cold temperatures. Last week I watched as my husband bundled up in countless layers of clothing to take our dog on a 40-minute walk. It got me thinking about how diligent we are in dressing to protect against extreme weather, but do we have the same diligence in our spiritual health & climate?
Thursday Thoughts - Want to Shake on it?
When is the last time you "shook on a deal?" In the business world, this doesn't really happen anymore, but at one time this…
Wednesday Stories of Impact - Sioux City Ranch feeds local TV crew
Thumbs up and smiles all around when there is Pizza Ranch in the breakroom!
Tuesday Truths - Your Priceless Inheritance
The Bible talks of a different kind of inheritance. One that is given to us when we pass away. An inheritance that is priceless and unchanging. We'll leave behind our earthly possessions, and instead receive a priceless inheritance that awaits us in our heavenly home.
Monday Mission - Be Silent, Be Still, Be Calm
This story in Exodus is about God rescuing the Israelites from the Egyptians. If you have a few minutes, read the entire chapter. Different translations word this verse differently. Notice the word at the end of each verse. Silent. Calm. Still.
Friday Devotional - Following Jesus
In today’s culture, what does following someone mean? Who are you following? In the age of smartphones, Facebook, Instagram, etc. we “follow” so many people. Who we follow likely ranges from our closest friends or relatives to people we don’t even know. Is how we follow Jesus different?
Thursday Thought - Light of the World
There are many reasons why I’m thankful that I wasn’t born 100+ years ago: I like air-conditioning in the summer and heat in the winter. Despite my best efforts, I’m a terrible gardener (maybe this summer will be the year!). Cooking is fun for me, but not when I must make 3 meals every day until I die.
Wednesday Story of Impact - La Crosse Blessing Bags
On the evening December 24th when most of the community was busy making dinner, going to Church Service and enjoying family time. Tristen and her Ranch Hands at La Crosse spent the night creating "blessing bags." These bags used funds set aside for holiday party as well as donations from Ranch Hands themselves.