12 Books of 2023
It's that time again... time to share the stories we've read and wisdom we've gained in the last year. I continued my commitment to read...
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Candace Cofer
- Dec 12, 2023
- 6 min
Home for the Holidays - Part 15
How often do you think about the Roman Empire?” It may have been a trend this year, but why did Luke include one man who is never featured i
Lori McRae
- Aug 1, 2023
- 5 min
Summer in the Psalms - Psalm 141
"God, did I hear you incorrectly?" Have these or similar words entered your thoughts or mouth?
Candace Cofer
- Feb 14, 2023
- 5 min
Paying Attention
What if overcoming darkness starts with a mindful pivot? As we abide in the truth that God is with us, we will notice Him everywhere we go.
Candace Cofer
- Jan 21, 2023
- 4 min
Faith & Fitness
How can we strengthen our spiritual muscles while we also strengthen our physical muscles? Why is this so important?
Candace Cofer
- Nov 22, 2022
- 6 min
A Picture of Thankfulness '22
How can I choose just 1 photo from this very special day when Will proposed to me? Sharing why this is my picture of thankfulness this year.
Candace Cofer
- Nov 8, 2022
- 6 min
The Bible 101 - Part 23
When we feel like we don't have the background, qualifications, or circumstances to do the thing pressed upon on our hearts, we can remember
Candace Cofer
- Oct 25, 2022
- 7 min
The Bible 101 - Part 21
It's time to build the church. Again, we see God use an unlikely person, who endures shipwreck and imprisonment to spread the Good News.
Candace Cofer
- Oct 18, 2022
- 6 min
The Bible 101 - Part 20
Had Jesus' life ended on a Roman cross, there would be no need to write down what they saw. But it wasn't the end, not even close!
Candace Cofer
- Oct 4, 2022
- 5 min
The Bible 101 - Part 18
Every interaction, every miracle, every word was filled with intention. The life of Jesus was a life of the richest intention.
Candace Cofer
- Sep 27, 2022
- 6 min
The Bible 101 - Part 17
God sent our Rescue but not like they expected... A glimpse into Jesus' childhood and the start of His ministry.
Candace Cofer
- Sep 13, 2022
- 7 min
10 Things I Learned in Summer '22
We're talkin' watermelon and grace, sunflowers and prioritizing our cares, emotions and bad haircuts, swoon-worthy sights and courage.
Candace Cofer
- Sep 6, 2022
- 6 min
The Good Day Turns TWO!
"What is God's will for my life?" It's a question seemingly swimming with mystery that we're diving into as we celebrate year 2!
Susan Park
- Aug 30, 2022
- 4 min
Summer in the Psalms - Psalm 85
Do you often hear the voice of your "inner critic" seeping into your thoughts and distracting your purpose?
Candace Cofer
- Apr 12, 2022
- 4 min
The Bible 101 - Part 13
After King David, it's his son's turn to reign. As we'll see, Solomon is a "like father, like son" story. So many parallels.
Candace Cofer
- Feb 22, 2022
- 6 min
The Bible 101 - Part 7
From mistreatment to promotion, from reunions to genocide, from plagues to passover - it all foreshadows our Rescuer.
Candace Cofer
- Jan 4, 2022
- 5 min
12 Books of 2021
"Never trust a man whose TV is larger than his bookshelf." Ouch. Inspired to read more this year and sharing a few of my favorites with you!
Candace Cofer
- Nov 16, 2021
- 8 min
The One
From homeless to community, from prisoner to freedom, from addiction to purpose - all because God relentlessly pursues the one He loves.
Candace Cofer
- Sep 28, 2021
- 5 min
"...but at Your word I will."
Standing on one foot for the breaker and throwing nets out again - how do we find the strength to obey when it doesn't make sense?
Candace Cofer
- Sep 21, 2021
- 5 min
#1 Surprise of Year 1!
Ever felt in over your head? Me, too. The awe and wonder I experience now is very different from what I felt when starting this adventure...
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