The God You May Not Know
“Be still, and know that I am God.” - Psalm 46:10 (ESV) Let’s start with a question—have you ever felt like you’re doing all the “right” Christian things, but feel like God is still somehow
Salvation in the Storm
"When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned,and the flame shall not consume you.” Isaiah 43:2 (ESV) Let me
The Ruth Experience – Resources and Encouragement for Intentional Living
Together, Kristin Demery, Julie Fisk, and Kendra Roehl have written a series of books on kindness, generosity, failure, struggle, loss, a longing for true friendship and an unwavering desire to live intentionally through it all. They invite others into the conversation
Letting God Build It
"Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labor in vain. Unless the Lord watches over the city, the watchman stays awake in vain.” Psalm 127:1 (ESV) All around us, people are building things. Careers. Families. Brands. Followers. Nest
Staying Faithful in Uncertain Times
“Let’s hold firmly to the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful.” Hebrews 10:23 (NASB) If you’ve ever found yourself wondering how to keep your faith strong when the world seems to shift beneath your feet, you’re
Look Up!
“I lift up my eyes to the mountains—where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.” Psalm 121:1-2 (NASB) We’d like to start this week’s devotional with a story. Recently, we were
Beth Jarvis Silliman – Serving others in personal transformation, community, and continual discovery.
Beth Jarvis Silliman is an ordained minister in the Independent Christian Church, recognized for her deep commitment to supporting and equipping ministers and faith communities. She currently serves as the Director of the Ministry Resource Center at Emmanuel Christian Seminary
Which God Do You Follow?
“Little children, guard yourselves from idols.” 1 John 5:21 (NASB) The very first commandment God gave His people when He spoke from Mount Sinai is found in Exodus 20:2-3. It wasn’t buried at the end of the list, and it wasn’t a suggestion.
Changed Hearts
“I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh.” Ezekiel 36:26 (NASB) When Jesus stood in front of Pilate during
Lavish Love
"See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are!" 1 John 3:1 (NIV) Love is one of the most overused words in our world today. We