First person: Ukrainian believers’ persistence inspiring, puts life in perspective
“War is an opportunity to transform a nation,” Slavik Pyzh said. “We are praying God will give us peace, give us victory, but more than anything else [a transformed nation]. … I need to ask you to adjust your prayers [for that as well].”
First person: I choose faith; I choose hope; I choose love
“What do you choose? I choose faith, hope and love. I also choose joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, gentleness and faithfulness,” writes Jennifer Rash.
First person: Our school teachers need us, and even the smallest effort helps
The Schools That Lead team of educational professionals describes the burnout situation among teachers at “crisis” level, which threatens school cultures and student outcomes, writes Jennifer Rash.
First person: Taking others at their word, choosing candor removes loads of stress
When others know we are being real with them while also meeting them where they are emotionally, mentally and physically at the moment, it removes loads of stress for all involved.
First person: You can change the world today
By Karen Moore Author, “Prayers from the Heart” A former Canadian politician, Jack Layton, said, “My friends, love is better
Rashional Thoughts: When is too much of a good thing truly too much?
Have we had too much of a good thing in our use of technology? Studies suggest we have, so how do we redirect and regulate our use of modern technologies?
Rashional Thoughts: Appreciating the 4th, family visits as we speed through summer
Jennifer Rash reflects on the 4th of July and summer opportunities to make the most of a busy season.
Rashional Thoughts: The ‘Law’ of unintended consequences
“Watching and covering aspects of the Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting the past few years reminds me of the law of unintended consequences,” Jennifer Rash notes.