What Shade Teaches Us About God

In Psalm 121, we are reminded that the Lord is our protector, covering us—as shade from the scorching sun. Chris Bruin reminds us that trusting in God means finding refuge under His care, knowing He is guiding our steps now and always. This assurance allows us to walk through life confidently, secure in His unfailing love and constant vigilance.

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Overcoming the Mountainous Obstacles in Life

Imagine walking through life without a care in the world when, out of nowhere, a giant obstacle appears and there’s no way around it. Perhaps it’s a financial issue, a medical problem, or a family conflict. Whatever the case, the challenge looks massive, and no viable solution appears to exist. Chris Bruin explains that these challenges are never too significant for God, and he shows how we can respond.

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The Difference Between Childishness & Willful Defiance

Parents must understand the difference between willful defiance and childish irresponsibility. Kids make mistakes all the time because they lack the maturity to make wise decisions. Their blunders require softer correction, but name-calling, temper tantrums, and other forms of disrespect from a child is prohibited and needs to be handled differently.  Brenen and Morgan Beeler explain what distinguishes a simple misstep from contempt, and they provide examples for how to discipline in each circumstance. 

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