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On The Move

by Melissa Cheatham | Apr 14, 2020 | Faith Matters, The Blog

On Easter, there were empty church pews all across America. But, statistics are showing that more people than ever are tuning in to online worship services all over the country. Even though the churches appear empty, more than ever – it’s on the move. And for...

Our Actual Problem and His Real Goodness

by Kirstin Ricketts | Apr 13, 2020 | Faith Matters, The Blog

I have seen the goodness of God that we celebrated on Easter Sunday. I have seen Him meet me in my mess. I have seen Him restore health in miraculous ways. I believe that you could see it too. As we watch the news and numbers and get fixated on quarantining, let us...

When Good Friday Becomes The Best Friday

by Kirstin Ricketts | Apr 10, 2020 | Faith Matters, The Blog

Good Friday leaves me experiencing a weird paradox of feelings. We call it “good” because Jesus was crucified, and while we may know the rest of the story…to Jesus’s disciples and His mother Mary, who had no idea what was about to...

I Have a Great Need

by Melissa Cheatham | Apr 7, 2020 | Faith Matters, The Blog

This coronavirus stuff is hard, and last week I had a few tough days. Maybe you did too. This unique time in history is just that – unique, and everyone is handling it just a little differently. Our Facebook and Instagram pictures might appear as though we...

Great Easter Resources for You and Your People.

by Melissa Cheatham | Apr 2, 2020 | All The Things, Children, Faith Matters, The Blog

Easter is just around the corner, and when kids get a chance to think about Easter coming they often have a lot of great, but difficult, questions. Just the question alone of “Why did Jesus have to die on the cross?” can make us start searching for a comfortable...

He Will Make His Home In Our Hearts

by Kirstin Ricketts | Apr 1, 2020 | Faith Matters, The Blog

None of this craziness is surprising to God. He is big and expansive and powerful. But, He is not distant, and He is not absent. God will make His home in our hearts as we trust Him. When we trust Him, He becomes our place of rest. Like the warmth of a fire, His love...