Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. Colossians 3:2 Choosing to be thankful when we’re in the middle of or coming out of a… Read more “Finding Beauty in Hard Times”
More Than a Food Pantry: Finding Community While Serving
Every Friday begins with volunteers gathering under the shade of an old oak tree before the first family arrives. We organize food, assign roles, share a few… Read more “More Than a Food Pantry: Finding Community While Serving”
Transform Your Life by Trusting God’s Power
I appeal to you therefore, brothers by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship 2 Do not… Read more “Transform Your Life by Trusting God’s Power”
The Spiritual Meaning of Sabbath Rest
Hebrews 4:9–11 There remains, then, a Sabbath-rest for the people of God; “There remains,” the writer to the Hebrews says, “a Sabbath rest for the people of… Read more “The Spiritual Meaning of Sabbath Rest”
Rest: More Than Just a Break
Exodus 33:14 The LORD replied, “My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.” Rest isn’t just the absence of work or something reserved for… Read more “Rest: More Than Just a Break”
Discovering Peace: Find Rest in the Hustle Culture
Matthew 11:28–30: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Finding Rest in Jesus’ Invitation Rest is a concept… Read more “Discovering Peace: Find Rest in the Hustle Culture”
From Distribution to Relationship: How God Changed the Way We Serve
Hope 1 Ministries | Hope 4 Kids: Ready to Learn Initiative Over the years, God has been teaching Hope 1 Ministries a new rhythm of serving. It… Read more “From Distribution to Relationship: How God Changed the Way We Serve”
Coming Alongside: Learning Through Partnership
Summer Field Notes | Hope 1 Ministries, Operation Love One of the greatest lessons I’ve learned through community outreach is that we don’t have to do everything… Read more “Coming Alongside: Learning Through Partnership”
Finding Inner Peace: Control Your Thoughts
Romans 8:28 And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Peace… Read more “Finding Inner Peace: Control Your Thoughts”
Why Gratitude is Key to Emotional Well-Being
Philippians 1:6 Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.… Read more “Why Gratitude is Key to Emotional Well-Being”