How often have we heard one of Jesus’ parables? For those of us who have been in church for a long time it is almost impossible to not...

When I think back on my college and high school years, I typically surrounded myself with friends who would push me outside of my comfort...

Just the other night I was discussing what an interesting time I grew up in. Born in 1992 I still remember the first time I ever heard of...

*originally posted at asmymindunwinds.com The church remains divided in many areas concerning the COVID 19 virus. Some are anti-vaccine...

Counting the Cost of Following Jesus If you desire to walk closely with the Lord and live out His purpose for your life, it is worth...

As a Youth Pastor I have conversations with parents of students on a regular basis surrounding the topic of social media. The number of...

Make Outsiders Feel Like Insiders  Here at The Grove Church we like to use the phrase “You Belong.” What does that mean and how do we...

Two weeks ago Hunter Shaw posted a blog with three tips to help us interpret the Bible effectively. To be honest I loved the idea so much I...

*originally posted at womendevotions.com & asmymindunwids.com Whoa! The other night I was reading my Daily Bible Reading Plan that we...

Scripture can be difficult to understand, to say the least. Our Bible is 66 books, written by a smattering of authors, with writings...

There’s a feeling that I’m convinced anyone who has ever driven a car can relate to: being cut off on the freeway (if you’re from a...

*originally posted at pearlsandpursuit.com Being successful in God’s eyes means living a life dedicated to loving and serving others....

*originally posted at asmymindunwinds.com  Why Does The Bible Call it Fruit of the Spirit? Do you ever wonder why the fruit of the Spirit...

In my life I don’t think I’ve ever had my opinion on something change as much as it has on the old hymn “What A Friend We Have In...

Worship can seem like an elusive and confusing concept for many. Depending on what faith tradition you grew up in, worship during a...

*originally posted at As My Mind Unwinds When I was young – like elementary school aged – I don’t even remember how old, I was...

Are we there yet? The infamous phrase repeated countless times by kids from the back seat going on long road trips. Dad’s driving,...

* originally posted at asmymindunwinds.com I’m sure by now, you’re exhausted by the whole Christians and social media conversation. I...

Therefore let no one pass judgment on you in questions of food and drink, or with regard to a festival or a new moon or a Sabbath. These...

This Sunday, Pastor Aaron spoke on the importance of repentance in our walk with the Lord. In scripture, our act of turning from our sin...

Psalm 37:4 is probably one of the more well known promises of God in the scriptures. You can find it when you Google “encouraging Bible...

I may not know you personally, but I can say with certainty that someone’s life will change when they hear what God has been doing in...

Winston Churchill said, “The price of greatness is responsibility.” A leader is held accountable (James 3:1). They are responsible for...

This spring session of Zoom Discipleship Pastor Nik and I are leading a Bible study on the book of Job (by the way you can still sign up...

Daily we are at war with powers we cannot see. There is an enemy who seeks to slander God, and lead His people to destruction. He lies and...

Have you ever felt like your life was moving faster than you could keep up with? Whether you’re reading this as a parent, student,...

Jesus’ Valley Crossing: 3 Truths for Holy Week   “When he had finished praying, Jesus left with his disciples and crossed the...

Your Guide to Living Out Acts 2:42 Easily   I don’t know about you, but when it comes to doing well in life, I like good, easy,...

One of my favorite sayings is that the best fiction is true. Growing up I remember being taught that non-fiction meant a story was true,...

“If anyone teaches a different doctrine and does not agree with the sound words of our Lord Jesus Christ and the teaching that accords...

We often hear when going through hard things phrases like “just have enough faith” or “simply believe.” We might hear “don’t...

Everyone who has lived through this pandemic agrees: we are TOTALLY ready for a breakthrough! We are tired and have suffered long through a...