In studying Hosea’s prophecy, I saw a recurring theme of Israel’s failure to acknowledge God’s presence and provision. They had chosen...

Walk into any faith-based retail environment, and you’re sure to see a coffee mug or wall décor featuring, “I can do all things through...

Although most of the stone profile collapsed during the early 2000s from effects of weather and erosion, I was still eager to see the spot because one of my favorite authors, Nathaniel Hawthorne...

The damage was minor, but guess what—I had to pay Dad back for the insurance deductible, leaving me zero money to spend on clothes...

Recently I was privileged to attend the presentation on water safety and safe boating practices for students in kindergarten and first...

Monday, May 26, was Memorial Day, with remembrance ceremonies held locally across the United States varying from parades to simple...

Do you, or someone in your household, find yourself often asking people, “What did you say?” Have you wondered about a hearing aid, but...

Are negative-sounding words used in the Bible always negative in meaning or application? I’ve encountered people new to faith or...

The current First5 Bible study is in the Old Testament book of Hosea, and as often happens, the study topics and discussion coincide with...

Wright came to the Ozarks in 1903 to rest for his physical health as well as to refocus on his calling to ministry.

The prisoners also shared whatever they could remember from favorite hymns, singing to encourage themselves and those in nearby cells.

Noticing my surprise, he explained that he had very little training in cursive during elementary school, and in high school, “signing” things was usually done by simply clicking a box.

What habits did your parents instill in you that have benefited you into adulthood and as a parent or grandparent? For me, a big one is...

As I write this, I’m sitting in a favorite Airbnb we often use when visiting family near Kansas City, processing thoughts and reading...

Kimberling Area Library friends and volunteers invite you to join them for Learning On Wednesday, May 14, when Sharon Clarke will share...

Mother Teresa said, “If you want to change the world, go home and love your family.” In some ways, that sounds easy enough to do...

Those prayers are often recorded in my little devotional notebook, and I also occasionally go back and review...

In the Bible, the writer of Ecclesiastes says there is “nothing new under the sun” (1:9, NIV). That seems to be especially true regarding...

Each chapter of “She Is Possible” draws from the story of a woman in the Bible who faced seemingly impossible circumstances...

The book of Acts tells us much about how to share the gospel—building cross-cultural relationships, encouraging new believers, relying on...