"If we died with him, we will also live with him." (2 Timothy 2:11) Physician Christian Ntizimira sensed God's calling to provide end of life care in under resourced areas of his home country of Rwanda. Colleagues often didn't see the value of such care because "these patients were already considered hopeless." But Ntizimira found … Continue reading Daily Scripture – Nov. 16th

"Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up." (Proverbs 12:25) Could eight minutes change someone's life? In a world where meaningful connections can be rare, author Jancee Dunn proposes the power of an eight-minute phone call. She believes such brief calls can help us connect with family and friends. Studies show … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Nov. 15th

"Won't you first sit down and estimate the cost?" (Luke 14:28). Locals call it "The Road to Nowhere," but its official name is Lakeview Drive. It's a scenic six-mile stretch overlooking Fontana Lake in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park near Bryson City, North Carolina. After the road goes through a 1200-foot-long tunnel blasted out … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Nov. 14th

"Dark am I, yet lovely, daughters of Jerusalem." (Song of Songs 1:5) For her daily devotions, Julie began singing the Scriptures. "As I sang, my heart and mind actually began to do and believe what I was singing about!" Through vocalizing God's Word in song, Julie wanted His truth to shed light on the things … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Nov. 13th

"You should not gloat over your brother in the day of his misfortune." (Obadiah 1:12). One of the deadliest wildfires in US history decimated the town of Lahaina, Hawaii, in August 2023, killing 99 people and destroying more than two hundred buildings. Still reeling from the devastation, residents experienced additional trauma when some looters pillaged … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Nov. 10th