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It can be so easy to notice the flaws in someone, but how often do we take time to vocalize and celebrate their gifts and talents? How often do we celebrate them for being the person God made them to be?

One of the disciples of the early church was a man named Joseph. Joseph was a very special man, and for that he earned himself a nickname – Barnabas. Barnabas means “Son of Encouragement”. Barnabas went on a missionary journey with Paul, helped start churches, and helped spread the truth of the Gospel.

Everyone experiences good seasons and difficult seasons in their life. It is a given when we are living in a fallen and sinful world that we will face times of hardship and struggle. I often find that when I am struggling and suffering, I am quick to turn all my attention inward. I am so preoccupied by myself and my struggles, I often forget to take time to engage with and encourage those around me.

Take a moment to think about the last time someone gave you a compliment. How did it make you feel? Did it make you smile? Did it brighten your day? It’s crazy to think about how just a heartfelt sentence or two can change someone’s bad attitude or give them confidence as they go about their day. We see several times in Paul’s letters to the early churches reminders to encourage one another...

In Hebrews 4:1-7 God reminds us of the place of rest he has created for those who put their faith in Jesus. He also tells us that those who don’t believe will not be permitted to enter into his rest.

We read in Isaiah 6:8 : Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send? And who will go for…

Usually the Wednesday Story of Impact is utilized to highlight a recent Community Impact Night or something along those lines, but for this week…

Jesus paid it all! One of my favorite Praise & Worship Songs is "Jesus Paid It All" by Kim Walker-Smith. Part of the song goes: …

How often do you find yourself caught up in the "noise" of the world? Scroll social media for a few minutes, turn on the…

Asking God for forgiveness brings true joy. It brings real happiness and real relief from the heaviness that comes with sin. Sin can be…

Romans 10:14 "How, then, can they call on the one they believe in?

Parades, parades! Per Lila Bauer it has been a busy this summer for parades they have one more yet this summer. The first parade…