Jesus said, “A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” - John 13:34-35 (NIV)

The morning after a hurricane moved through the southern United States, I ventured out to my back porch to check on my plants. With lights turning off and on as the electrical company worked on power lines, I saw that most of my plants had done fine except for a...

Today's Prayer
Father God, thank you for community and for blessing us with the fellowship of the saints. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

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Today's Reading
Hebrews 10:19-25

Thought for the Day

My burdens are easier to carry when I share them with my community in Christ.

Prayer Focus

Those facing loss from natural disasters


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The RESILIENCE conference in 2021 was so uplifting and nourishing. It was wonderful to be with other Christians around the world at this retreat, who truly care about responding to trauma in a compassionate way by teaching spiritual practices to help with grounding and healing.”

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