Sarah was a quiet girl with long curly hair and beautiful green eyes, who loved snow. When she prayed for snow for her birthday the year she turned 12, it didn’t seem weird, except her birthday is in April, typically a month of showers and flowers. But that year it snowed for just one day – on Sarah’s birthday! Sarah Therese (Therese is her middle name) grew up in a … [Read more...] about The Influencer
Faith
Inspiring a deeper walk of faith in God, expressed as Father, Son, and Spirit. Living out our shared experiences of life in Christ.
Leanne Payne’s healing presence
Healing Pioneers One of Agnes Sanford’s most significant spiritual daughters was Leanne Payne, a CS Lewis scholar at Wheaton College. Mentored by Wheaton Professor Clyde Kilby, Payne introduced the world to the healing insights of CS Lewis in her groundbreaking book Real Presence. Kilby is best known for founding the Marion E. Wade Centre at Wheaton College, which studies … [Read more...] about Leanne Payne’s healing presence
The hidden strength of steady faith
In a society that celebrates quick wins and sudden changes, we often forget a key truth: the hidden strength of steady faith. The path of belief isn't usually filled with big dramatic moments. Instead, it's about showing up every day even when things seem boring or tough. The Bible shows this lasting idea throughout its pages. Paul tells believers, "Let's not get tired of doing … [Read more...] about The hidden strength of steady faith
Psalms for Summer
Years ago, I was given a slim, pocket-sized Bible that held the New Testament and Psalms. Keeping the books of the New Testament together made sense to me since they tell the story of Jesus and his followers. But I wondered why the Psalms were added to the end of the New Testament. Why not add Genesis that tells the story of creation? Or the book of Exodus that gives the ten … [Read more...] about Psalms for Summer
From rejection to redemption: My journey with Jesus
In November 2023, my life was shattered when my beloved father passed away. His death was more than the loss of a parent – it marked the beginning of a painful season filled with grief, betrayal, and abandonment. What followed was not just mourning, but rejection by the very people I called family. My brother and sister-in-law, with whom I had shared countless memories, … [Read more...] about From rejection to redemption: My journey with Jesus