For centuries, Christians have observed the season of Lent. But what exactly the season all about? And how can modern followers of Jesus use it as a tool to build their faith? This article from Christianity.com explores. (Image: Creative Commons)
How can money be a form of idolatry?
Our culture’s consumer economy is so fueled by an incessant desire for “more” that we might consider it normal, even healthy, to satisfy every want. But when does desire cross into idolatry? And what is idolatry, anyway? This essay from Catholic Exchange explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
What is the link between alcohol and cancer?
The link between alcohol consumption and cancer is not new, but mounting evidence prompted the U.S. Surgeon General to call for warning labels on alcohol containers. What are we to make of it? What are the risks? Science Alert explores. (Photo: Kimery Davis, Creative Commons)
In whom do we trust?
Revised Common Lectionary reflection for the Sixth Sunday after Pentecost, Year C. February 16, 2025. Sure, we can say we believe in God, but do we trust in the Almighty with our important life decisions? We’re on the wrong path if we trust instead in things of the world. The Rev. Micah Krey explores. (Photo: Mark Willylis, Creative Commons.)
Strategies to increase your church’s offerings
If your church’s giving is stagnant, it may be because your approaches are stagnant, too. Time to shake things up but don’t know how? This article from Outreach magazine suggests 10 creative ways to increase giving. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Goals for finance and stewardship leaders
Every successful endeavor begins with clear goals. Does your finance and stewardship team have any? Ken Sloane of the United Methodist Church suggests 12 worthwhile goals that could provide focus and direction. (Photo: Pexels)
8 things you need to know about water scarcity
More and more, people are experiencing the climate crisis through water. Floods, drought and changing rainfall patterns are destroying communities, and disrupting wildlife habitat and agriculture. The National Wildlife Federation explains. (Photo: Pexels)
God equips the called: ordinary folks like us
RCL Reflection, 5th Sunday after Epiphany, Year C. February 9, 2025. God shows peculiar taste when calling people, a principle evidenced clearly in this week’s lections. And that’s a good thing for ordinary folks like us. The Rev. Robert Blezard explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Bible lesson: The measure you give and get back
Jesus teaches that the measure we use to give is the same measure we get back (Luke 6:38), but what does that mean for us in real life? This simple lesson from FreeBibleLessons helps illustrate the teaching. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Understanding the complexities of male depression
For several reasons, male depression often is not diagnosed or treated and can lead to serious and sometimes tragic results. But when treated, male depression usually gets better. The Mayo Clinic explains how to identify male depression and get help. (Photo: Creative Commons)
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