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Living a life bearing the fruits of the Spirit
A devotion on God's gifts to us
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things...
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The foster care journey
Opening your heart and your home
Foster care is a journey of the heart. It is one of great love, sacrifice and resilience, both for the children in need and the foster parents who...
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The gift of seasons
A devotion on embracing God's divine beginnings, transitions and endings
One morning, I was working from my home office. My wife Joanne was about to take our 5½-year-old son Danny to school. She was also getting our two...
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More than just love
Strong parents create strong families
Parenthood has its challenges – and it's not like there's a manual that can guide you through each and every turn you might take along the way in...
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The spirit of humility
A devotion on leaning on God and others
In church on Sunday, the pastor’s message was about humility. I sat there in my chair overcome by gratefulness for the humility God has brought...
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Nothing ruins summer fun like an emergency
Here are a few summer safety tips to pack with you this summer
Summer is here and it can be a time full of fun — catching fireflies, swimming, going to camp, eating popsicles and watching fireworks are just...
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Courage in the calling
A devotion on the Lord's purpose for us
Courage is doing something, despite the fear it can cause. Courage can look different for everyone, particularly because we are all in different...
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Experiencing God's grace
A devotion on grace and forgiveness
Have you ever walked away from a situation or a conversation and just known in your soul you fell short? That you didn’t show up as the mom, friend...
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Juneeteenth together
Reflecting on the journey of Juneteenth
Have you ever yearned for something you deeply felt you deserved, only to find it elusive – taking far too long to arrive? You've whispered...
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Sharing the steadfast love of the Lord with others
A devotion on mercy
How different would our lives look if we truly understood and accepted the Lord’s mercy toward us? In a world that is increasingly hurried and...
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Read transformative stories in Spanish
Latest Nuestra Familia available online now
Because of your support, Buckner International impacts the lives of vulnerable children, families and seniors in Texas and internationally. Celebrate...
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Faith and Family Day with the Texas Rangers
Annual day at the Texas Rangers was fun for all ages
It was a great day for baseball!
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