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A Mighty Fortress: Finding Stability in Remembrance
On this day of remembrance, A Mighty Fortress Is Our God reminds us that true refuge is found not in human defenses, but in God’s…
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When Overwhelmed, Look Higher
Even with years of faith behind you, do you still have days when your heart feels overwhelmed? The burdens shift—family, health, loss, uncertainty—but the ache…
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Prayer—Your Enduring Lifeline to God, Not Just Words
Prayer is not just something we say—it is the breath of our soul reaching toward God. As we advance in years, prayer becomes even more…
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Strength in Our Weaknesses
There are seasons when strength feels distant—when life slows us down through age, grief, or uncertainty. But weakness isn’t a loss. It can be sacred…
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God’s Faithfulness in Our Growing Years
What burdens—like guilt or regret—might you be carrying that God is inviting you to release? Aging is not a retreat from purpose—it’s a sacred continuation…
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Some Healthy Ways to Relieve Your Pain
Grief looks different for everyone, but comfort often comes through small, simple choices. Whether through music, time in nature, journaling, reading the Psalms, or turning…
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When we feel tired, hungry, or broken, God is near.
When we feel tired, empty, or sad, God is near. He welcomes us hungry and broken, and His love never runs dry. Sometimes in life,…
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Tears That God Counts
In moments of grief, when tears fall unnoticed by the world, God sees every drop. He collects them, remembers them, and comforts us with His…
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Seen, Loved, and Never Alone
Loneliness can feel overwhelming, but God’s love and the care of friends can bring comfort and hope. Even in our loneliest times, God places people…
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In the Quiet Ache of Loneliness
As I read to Adolfo from Matthew 10, his eyes softened. The words about sparrows—small, seemingly insignificant—spoke directly to a quiet ache in him. Loneliness.…
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A Shared Fight: Lifting Each Other Up
“Barbara told me I had touched her life. I told her she had touched mine. And in that moment, we raised our fists and declared…
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The Power of Presence in Quietness
Presence doesn’t always need words. Sometimes, the most powerful comfort is simply being there. A hand held. A shared breath. A quiet room filled with…
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