Pause+Pray

The cross was once a sign of humiliation and death. But because of Jesus, it has become a sign of freedom, hope, and boundless love.

Where does frailty show up in your life; what loved ones come to mind? What about your own frailty?

How often do you stop and count your blessings? In the busyness of our daily lives, it’s easy to forget them.

There are times in our lives when we are drawn together by tragedy. 9/11 was one of those events. Twenty-four years later, that unity seems to be gone. How do we reclaim it? 

It’s a tad ironic how easy it is to be grateful for the positive, joyful moments in life, and yet our faith calls us to be thankful for everything—even the most difficult situations. Yes, even in the death of a ...

In the Old Testament, God told Joshua, “I command you; be strong and steadfast! Do not fear nor be dismayed, for the LORD, your God, is with you wherever you go” (Joshua 1:9).