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A different journey
For years as a state trooper, Manny Alaniz knew he was protecting lives. But he questioned whether he was really saving them. After more than two decades...
Because no one else will
Back in 2004, I supported a nonprofit organization called Invisible Children. The mission was to support families in Africa, around Uganda, who were affected by a warlord...
Lessons of faith from Peanuts
One of our favorite fall stories is the 1966 classic, “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown.” Charles M. Schulz, who created the comic strip Peanuts, taught Sunday...
Worship in your daily routine
Everyone has a daily routine we fall into whether intentionally set, or we fall into one without really noticing. Wake up, work, eat, decompress, sleep – and...
How you can help prevent bullying
October was first declared as National Bullying Prevention Month in 2006. This month provides an opportunity to educate and provide awareness of the devastating effects bullying has...
The God of as-is
Have you ever been to a Target or Walmart? Unless you’ve been living in a cave in a remote part of the world, then I’m sure you...
Clothe yourselves with the gifts of Christ
Entering the final months of the year is always an exciting, yet humbling time. Most people finally feel the chance to take a deep breath and enjoy the...
Celebrating 25 years of commitment through Buckner Shoes
How often do you think about your shoes? Maybe it crosses your mind when you’re deciding which pair you might put on today. But for some children,...
Finding God’s rhythm
We are in a season of new schedules, routines and rhythms. The fall always brings opportunities, or maybe a few forced changes, to our schedules. I'm just...
Leaning into God’s desires for our lives
Have you ever put yourself in a box? Have you ever minimized your plans and the desires you have for your life? Do you feel deep in...