Enjoying an Affordable Holiday Season

by | Dec 2, 2010 | Financial

So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem, the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David. He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child. While they...

God Changes Things

by | Dec 2, 2010 | Faith

Ever since I was a child I’ve had a plaque that says, “Prayer changes things” on my bedroom wall. I wonder how many hours I’ve spent lying in bed staring at that motto. Over the years, I’ve wondered about the effectiveness of my prayers. Sometimes it seems like...

Yes and No

by | Nov 25, 2010 | Faith

“Will you play games with me?” “Can I have another snack?” “Can I play with my friends?” “Can I help you?” “Will you help me?” Most of the time the answer is easy, “No, you may not jump off the top...

Praying During Volatile Times

by | Nov 25, 2010 | Faith

In these uncertain times, it’s helpful to keep in mind how God has worked in our financial situations in the past.  What keeps me steady is thinking back to when I was burned out from working in a particularly demanding office.  I prayed and prayed for a...