Holy Week: Thursday
Do you recall what it’s like to cram for an exam? Especially a “now or never” exam? How about an exam on the Bible? Unless you’re a seminary student...
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Apr
16
Apr
Holy Week: Wednesday
We don’t often associate laughter and joy with the days leading up to Easter. You can’t sentimentalize something as gruesome as a crucifixion...
15
Apr
Finding Love, Acceptance, and Friendship at Family Retreat
It had been a long day. But for a moment, sitting poolside during her child’s swimming lesson, Lea got to compare notes with a fellow mom named Pam...
15
Apr
Holy Week: Tuesday
Follow me. That’s something we often hear Jesus saying to us either from the pages of Scripture or from that still small voice in our hearts...
14
Apr
Holy Week: Monday
Certainly, during this week leading up to Easter, many of us are following closely in the footsteps of our Savior. On Palm Sunday he entered Jerusalem...
11
Apr
Yosemite’s Majestic Beauty: A Powerful Reflection of God’s Infinite Power
Yosemite National Park is one of the most glorious places on earth. Tucked deep into the High Sierra mountains of California, this park covers nearly...
9
Apr
Serving with Love: The Heart of a Volunteer in God’s Mission
The Lord’s call to Deb Butcher came through the radio… in a spot promoting Joni and Friends Family Retreats in her area in 2001. She had been looking for a...
8
Apr
A New Chapter: Welcoming Shawn Thornton as President
Oh, I have great news!... It’s important news, too. Whenever I pray about the future of Joni and Friends, I always ask God to help us keep the Gospel of Jesus...
7
Apr
Power Made Perfect in Weakness: Leading with a Disability
Growing up, Lindsay never wanted to be different than other kids her age. But she knew that she was. After all, Lindsay couldn’t run on the playground...
1
Apr
Jesus’ Pre-Cross Crash Course
Have you ever crammed for a “now or never” exam? On the Bible? Unless you’re a seminary student, probably not...
