The Ripple Effect: The Power of Simple Encouragement

The Ripple Effect: The Power of Simple Encouragement

“Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.”   – 1 Thessalonians 5:11 (NIV)   Think about what happens when you toss a pebble into a calm pond. That small, seemingly insignificant pebble creates ripples that spread far...
Keeping God First: The Foundation of a Joyful Life

Keeping God First: The Foundation of a Joyful Life

“But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.”   – Matthew 6:33 (ESV)   Over the past several weeks, we’ve explored various aspects of living a joyful and fulfilling life, grounded in the teachings of the...
Cultivating Joy: Practices for a Joyful Life

Cultivating Joy: Practices for a Joyful Life

“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (ESV)   Joy is something we all desire, but it’s not always easy to maintain, especially in a world filled...
The Science of Happiness: Encouraging Positive Mindsets

The Science of Happiness: Encouraging Positive Mindsets

“Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.” Philippians 4:8 (ESV)   In...