Storm be still!

Even with the physical presence of Christ, the disciples were still afraid and worried.

Jo Bender on January 26, 2016

Telling God’s Christmas story

Am I 'telling it on the mountain' the amazing news that not only is Jesus Christ is born, but that He is alive and active in you and me?

Jo Bender on December 22, 2015

A mom’s thankfulness

“I am Thankful For… a God who cares so much for me that he patiently listens to what I want, but then wisely decides to give me what I need.”

Jo Bender on November 23, 2015

How I stopped running

Like Jonah, we may feel the urge to run away.

Jo Bender on October 30, 2015

Blurry mirrors

God looks past the stuff that isn't so attractive, and says you are special, you are perfect, you are Mine.

Jo Bender on October 6, 2015

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A new approach to studying God’s word

How can Christian women sustain their passion for a deeper understanding while studying the bible?

Jo Bender on July 31, 2015

God’s jetstream

What if, for this year, instead of searching for our own trail to blaze, we simply say, “I am ready to jump on and join you!”

Jo Bender on January 5, 2015

For my son – I gladly give

Jesus' ove for us is deeper than we can ever imagine, even deeper than the love a mother holds for her son.

Jo Bender on November 25, 2014

A window to see you

And when Jesus had been baptized, just as he came up from the water, suddenly the heavens were opened to him and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting on him. And a voice from heaven said, ‘This is my Son, the Beloved, with whom I am well pleased.’ (Matthew 3:16-17) I have recently become very aware of my behavior…

Jo Bender on December 30, 2013

Start the day out right

In the morning, while it was still very dark, Jesus got up and went out to a deserted place, and there he prayed. (Mark 1:35) Henri Nouwen said, “It makes no sense to preach the Gospel, when I have allowed no time for my own conversation.” I have read time and time again about the importance of eating breakfast. Many of us seem satisfied…

Jo Bender on October 31, 2013