Judeo Christian Discussion

There's something about a porch light on an autumn evening. It quietly says, "Someone's home. You're welcome here." Many around us feel alone this season: a widow down the street, a coworker facing divorce, a neighbor far from family. Scripture asks us to make room for...See more

Look at the back of a tapestry and all you see are knots and loose threads. Turn it over, and the weaver's design comes into view. Some seasons of life feel like the back side: a diagnosis, a broken relationship, a prayer that seems unanswered. Scripture doesn't call every hard...See more

When someone in your church or family is hurting, who do they call? Maybe it's you. After the funeral, after the argument, after the hard news, the phone rings, and you want to help them well. "As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God's...See more

Loneliness can sit with you in a full house, a busy office, even a crowded church. And Monday can make it louder once the weekend's company is gone. Jesus spoke these words to disciples who were about to feel very alone: "I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you." (John 14:18, ESV) He keeps that promise by His Spirit, and often through His people. If you're feeling alone and would simply like to talk with someone, we offer a free Zoom conversation, in English or Spanish: https://practicalcounseling.com #Loneliness #Faith

Caregivers, nurses, pastors, single parents, anyone who has been running on empty: Jesus noticed when His disciples were worn out. "And he said to them, 'Come away by yourselves to a desolate place and rest a while.' For many were coming and going, and they had no leisure even...See more

Some of you are looking at next week and already feeling the weight of it: a diagnosis, a court date, a hard conversation, a first holiday season without someone you love. "It is the LORD who goes before you. He will be with you; he will not leave you or forsake you. Do not fear...See more