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Candace Cofer
Jan 2, 202411 min read
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...
Candace Cofer
Dec 12, 20236 min read
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, 20235 min read
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, 20235 min read
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, 20234 min read
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, 20226 min read
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, 20226 min read
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, 20227 min read
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, 20226 min read
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, 20225 min read
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, 20226 min read
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, 20227 min read
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, 20226 min read
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, 20224 min read
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, 20224 min read
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, 20226 min read
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, 20225 min read
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, 20218 min read
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, 20215 min read
"...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, 20215 min read
#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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