Studies from Harvard's Joint Center for Housing, Yahoo Finance, NerdWallet, and the University of South Alabama indicate that Americans spent between $500 and $600 on home improvements last year. Thes...  Read More

In yesterday's devotional, we explored the difference between healthy and unhealthy fear. Understanding these differences is crucial in combating this familiar challenge.Medical studies show that unhe...  Read More

According to religious tradition, the three Kings, or Wisemen, visited Jesus shortly after His birth. Some legends suggest they arrived 12 days later, so certain cultures celebrate January 6th as "Thr...  Read More

Communication is vital in any relationship, particularly in our relationship with God. Praying involves a mix of talking, listening, and waiting. However, the most important aspect is to remain consis...  Read More

A humorous list of "anti-resolutions" circulated one year: "I resolve to gain weight, stop exercising, read less, watch more TV, procrastinate more, and never make New Year's resolutions again!"Accord...  Read More

As you start the New Year, make it a priority to include prayer as your first action. It can be a silent prayer amidst the celebration—a prayer over your family or with your family. You can do it righ...  Read More

A productive way to set goals is to reflect on your past accomplishments and missed opportunities from the past year. You can achieve this effectively by evaluating how you spent your time in 2025.Eph...  Read More

Life can be unpredictable and often feel unfair. As a result, we may face setbacks that lead to increased doubt and discouragement. This discouragement can create a mindset that the past year was a wa...  Read More

As the end of the year nears, businesses often adjust their inventories, non-profit organizations seek additional donations, and conscientious individuals reflect on the past 12 months.Another valuabl...  Read More

Today marks the 52nd and final Sunday of the year. This Sunday is unique because it's your last opportunity in 2025 to attend church on the designated "first day of the week."According to the New Test...  Read More

A man named Jack was walking along a cliff one day when he accidentally got too close to the edge and fell. On the way down, he grabbed a branch, temporarily stopping his fall. He looked down and, to ...  Read More

One of the most famous holiday songs is "I'll Be Home for Christmas," which is widely regarded as a classic. Written in 1943 by Walter Kent and Kim Gannon, the song captures the yearnings of soldiers ...  Read More

According to a 2025 Pew Research Center survey, nearly half of U.S. adults (47%) believe public behavior is declining. The survey results indicate that many participants feel the general public has be...  Read More

According to Spotify, Mariah Carey's "All I Want For Christmas" is the most-streamed Christmas song, with 2.3 billion streams! Whether you've streamed that song or not, there is no shortage of Christm...  Read More

A young boy traveling by airplane to visit his grandparents sat beside a seminary professor. The boy was reading a Sunday school take-home paper, and the professor thought he would have some fun with ...  Read More

Experiencing spiritual doubt is more common than many people realize. A study by the Barna Group revealed that two-thirds of Christians interviewed experience doubt. Approximately 45% of this group ul...  Read More

According to the City of New York website, the Department of Transportation (DOT) has identified nineteen Gridlock Alert Days during the United Nations General Assembly and throughout the holiday seas...  Read More

Whether you are on the giving or receiving end, exchanging gifts is enjoyable, especially around Christmas. If you are purchasing the present, most likely thought and time went into the task. At the s...  Read More