An Unlikely Friendship Formed at the Hospital
By Joyce Benedict5 min read
She was a teenager spending the holidays alone at the hospital. Then along came a nun named Sister Jo.
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She Turned Her Crocheting Hobby Into a Gift of Love
By Vicki Baker3 min read
She’d been crocheting afghans for years, but she hadn’t realized that her hobby served a higher purpose.
How to Make Encouragement a Habit
By Holly Lebowitz Rossi2 min read
Create a sacred space for whatever you do by offering encouraging and supportive language to those around you.
How My Dog Inspired Me to Renew Old Friendships
By Edward Grinnan3 min read
An unlikely setting provides the realization of what new, good habit must be practiced in the new year, and the next.
‘Love Thy Neighbor’ and the Habit of Friendship
By Rick Hamlin3 min read
Memories of a minister’s wife who put the practice of kindness and compassion into action on a daily basis.
3 Questions: Lysa TerKeurst
By Celeste McCauley3 min read
The Bible teacher and best-selling author discusses setting boundaries, managing relationships and how to know when to say goodbye.
A Christmas Prayer for Those Who Are Lonely and Forgotten
By Bob Hostetler3 min read
During a season of gatherings and celebrations, it is especially important to remember those who lack family and friends.
The Joy of Being of Service to Others
By Holly Lebowitz Rossi2 min read
Helping, giving, listening, supporting—being of service in any way can brighten this holiday season.
How The Christmas Star Brought Strength and Reassurance
By Brock Kidd2 min read
A phone call from a friend reminded her that God was always nearby with a message.
A Dog Named Blue Taught Her a Valuable Lesson at Christmas
By Starla "Misty" Spray8 min read
While home for Christmas break, a stressed-out college student receives a lesson in faithful living from a senior gentleman and his beloved black Labrador.
A Christmas Lesson in Gratitude
By Jackie Clements-Marenda7 min read
In 1960, all she wanted for Christmas was a Chatty Cathy doll, but she got something even better.
She Remembered Her Childhood Pinky Swear Promise
By Georgia Hubley4 min read
She was sad about her upcoming relocation to California. Then she remembered a promise she had made to her late best friend.
