I remember a time when my oldest son was just a year old and he had a severe seizure. It lasted a very longtime and he needed medical intervention. So much so that he had to be flow to a bigger hospital to care for him. My wife rode on the helicopter with him and all I could do is stand there watch my whole world take off not knowing how things would turn out. I mention this memory to tell you how alone I felt watching that helicopter flying away. There was a profound sense of emptiness, and fear overwhelmed me. In my brokenness, I cried out to Jesus to help me. I didn’t know what to ask Him for other than “HELP”! As I continued to lean into Jesus, I began to experience peace and comfort. I can’t explain why, it just was. As it turned out, my son ended up perfectly fine and is a strong healthy teenager that is a competitive swimmer. Oh, did I mention he is smart too. All that to say, Jesus was with me! Even before I cried out, He was with me! Hebrews 13 tell us "I will never leave you nor forsake you."   Psalm 139:7 ESV says “Where shall I go from your Spirit? Or where shall I flee from your presence?” Jesus was speaking to His disciples in Matthew 28:20 ESV “teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”

No matter how hard we try, we will fall short of the perfection required by God. It is inevitable. The question is, why did you fall? There are countless reasons we stumble in our walk with Jesus. Many times it’s because we don’t trust that God will come through for us, so we take matters into our own hands. Which, honestly, is the worst offense of all. Jesus paid a heavy price for us and we can trust Him to work in every circumstance we face. No one is more faithful, more trustworthy than Jesus. Stumbling happens when we doubt Jesus!

Healthcare sharing ministries (HCSMs) are becoming an increasingly popular option for consumers who are looking for an affordable alternative to traditional insurance. HCSMs differ from traditional health insurance in several important ways, and understanding these differences is critical for anyone considering this option. In this blog, we'll provide an overview of HCSMs and explain how they work so you can make an informed decision for yourself and/or your family.

I think a lot of times we feel like we have to be perfect for God to be ok with us. So, when we struggle, it can be difficult to go to the Lord for forgiveness and comfort. We often feel shame when we fall which can harden our hearts and keep us from going to His presence.

How does one maximize their schedule and still make time for Christ? Isn’t that the ultimate question we are all wanting to know? Time is the opportunity to invest in that which will last forever. However, most only make time for what they value most. In fact, some go as far as saying "whatever controls our time, controls your life.”

Losing a job can be a tough and stressful experience, especially if you weren't expecting it. It's important to remember that you're not alone, and there are resources available to help you during this time. Here are some of the resources available to those who have been recently laid off from their job:

An increasing number of layoffs from major companies, mostly in the tech industry continue to sweep the nation.

Forgiveness is one of the most beautiful and freeing words in the human vocabulary. However, it can also be one of the hardest things to master. Do you struggle to forgive others and tend to hold grudges?  Do you have a hard time forgiving yourself and think you don’t deserve to be forgiven? When forgiveness is given through grace, we can start the healing process and truly free ourselves.  

Although Health Care Sharing Ministries are becoming more popular, it's still a new concept to many. We want to debunk some of the myths about HCSMs and show you why this affordable alternative to traditional health insurance may be right for you!

Do the foods you love… love you back? For many of us, the answer’s a solid “No.”

And for the majority in that “No” category, it’s the foods we’re choosing to eat causing all the trouble. Excess sugar and sodium are two major culprits in our foods that are creating havoc in our systems, leading to heart problems, Type 2 diabetes, and more. So maybe we just don’t know how to eat healthy. Or maybe we don’t have the willpower to make better choices. Whatever the reasons, knowledge is power; and we’re about to drop some here!