News

Shalom, All is quiet tonight as we prepare for Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement. Tomorrow, the entire country of Israel will shut down to focus on prayer and purifying ourselves. There will not even be a car on the road as we reflect on our relationship with God. I …

“For we walk by faith, not by sight.” 2 Corinthians 5:7 “Have a little faith,” people will say, but what does it mean? If we look at the world, it tells us to believe WE can do it—to have faith in ourselves. This is contrary to what the Bible teaches, …

On the first anniversary of Hurricane Helene’s devastation of the southern Appalachians, Pisgah National Forest recreation specialist Alexandra Davison reflects on her experiences with the storm cutting her off from the rest of the world and having to balance reopening the Forest and taking care of her own recovery. Read more… …

Here Am I In the year of King Uzziah’s death I saw the Lord sitting on a throne, lofty and exalted, with the train of His robe filling the temple. Seraphim were standing above Him, each having six wings: with two each covered his face, and with two each covered …

“Whatever you do, do all to the glory of God” 1 Corinthians 10:31 Since God has created us for His glory, we are to glorify God in all that we do with our lives. We must ask ourselves the question “are we living for God’s glory or our own?” Let us …

When diet, exercise, and behavior changes haven’t delivered the weight loss results you need, surgical options can be a powerful tool. That’s where CHRISTUS Health’s weight loss surgery (bariatric surgery) program comes in — offering not just procedures, but a full support system aimed at lasting health change. What Is …

A Day in the Life with Grass Nomads In “A Day in the Life with Grass Nomads,” Ariel Greenwood reflects on the rhythms of a cattle ranch in Mora County—from the grazing patterns of elk to the abundance of wild greens to the keen discernment of cows. “I think a …

A local church leader in Nigeria describes the situation as “a church under Islamist extermination.” Just days ago, 15 Christians were slaughtered in a nighttime attack as families went to bed – ending a summer of devastation. Fleeing victims were shot. Pastors kidnapped – some killed – some whereabouts are …

I don’t remember exactly when I started following author Andrea Nguyen online, but I know that I was quickly drawn in—and not just by her friendly personality and chatty, accessible writing style. I like her inventiveness, adapting available ingredients in the way people do in an adopted homeland, but also …

Flags of Fellowship is a nationwide movement that brings together churches, synagogues, campuses, and individuals to honor the 1,200 lives lost in the October 7 attack on Israel. By planting flags and standing in solidarity, participants send a powerful message of remembrance, unity, and unwavering support for the Jewish people. …