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My Peppermint Brownies are festive, fudgy, and the perfect finisher to any holiday meal. They’re relatively easy to make, too, due to the convenience of boxed brownie mix and the use of pre-crushed peppermint candies, and can be freezed and enjoyed for up to three months. These extravagant bars taste extra rich alongside a mug […]
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CSB Explorer Bible for Kids Bible-literacy and discipleship – two vital pursuits I believe the body of Christ needs to be prioritizing not just for adults, but also (and perhaps with more urgency) for our youth. Both begin with the daily study of scripture and contextual comprehension and application. While there are many reasons why […]
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Like most Americans, I’m fond of the Christmas season. The lights, the decorations, the music, the movies, the food and drinks, sparkly and tacky clothes, extra time spent with friends and family members, and all the other fun, festive, and celebratory activities, traditions, and social gatherings that are enjoyed throughout Christmas and New Year’s. Whether […]
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Live Your Truth and Other Lies: Exposing Popular Deceptions That Make Us Anxious, Exhausted, and Self-Obsessed By Alisa Childers So much of what we’re experiencing in our culture today is derived from the popular lie, live your truth. This lie has been masquerading in the realm of self-help for decades, doling out promises of peace, freedom, […]
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It is no secret that I am pumpkin obsessed – I love the taste and smell of pumpkin and stock up on pumpkin-scented candles and pumpkin-flavored foods during the fall months so I can enjoy all the pumpkin-y things throughout the long and cold Michigan winter months. One cozy comfort food I often prepare on […]
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Like most people, I love the holiday season [from Thanksgiving through Christmas] and all the festive cheer and biblical significance that surrounds these days of celebration. What I don’t like, however, is the pressure to perform (like having the most decadent meal and decorated table or the most Pin-spired Christmas tree that captures everyone’s awe […]