Wednesday, August 26thRead Genesis 2:2b-5- Now Abel kept flocks, and Cain worked the soil. 3 In the course of time Cain brought some of the fruits of the soil as an offering to the Lord. 4 And Abel also brought an offering—fat portions from some of the firstborn of his flock. The Lord looked with favor on Abel and his offering, 5 but on Cain and his offering he did not look with favor. So Cain was...  Read More

This week, as we look at the passage we are looking at what MUST get our attention. We want to be drawn towards what got God’s attention.The first element that got God’s attention, that should get our attention is the favored intention. Unfortunately, I’m not a huge fan of this summary, unfortunately I didn’t take enough time to wordsmith it better. But my hope is that by the end of our time you w...  Read More

Monday Today I want you to take some time and read this story, that may be familiar, but take your time with it. Underline, highlight, jot down questions or thoughts of discovery. Genesis 4:1-16-Adam made love to his wife Eve, and she became pregnant and gave birth to Cain. She said, “With the help of the Lord I have brought forth a man.” 2 Later she gave birth to his brother Abel. Now Abel kept f...  Read More

  We hope you have felt encouraged throughout this week and have taken some time to spend with God around the different challenges/encouragements. As we wrap up this week, we have one last encouragement for you. One of the testimonies shared this past Sunday was from Easton, a freshman in high school. He shared how at the end of the mission trip, during one of our debriefing sessions, he felt chal...  Read More

  Have you ever been in awe of something in nature? Have you ever gazed upon something filled with tremendous beauty and thought, “Wow, God is an amazing creator! How could anyone doubt a creator after seeing that? No one or nothing can create like God!”The rolling mountains, the sun glistening upon a river, the waves of the ocean rolling beautifully to just name a few. One of the testimonies shar...  Read More

  Genesis 6:14-15 “So make yourself an ark of cypress wood; make rooms in it and coat it with pitch inside and out. This is how you are to build it: The ark is to be three hundred cubits long, fifty cubits wide and thirty cubits high.”A cubit is roughly 18” which would mean the ark was roughly 450’ long, 75’ wide & 45’ high.Saturday, we got to visit the Ark Experience. It’s a full-size replica of ...  Read More

  A “Yay God” is a special moment throughout the day where we can see and celebrate how God is working, moving, providing, or showing more of himself.Every night at the end of our work days while on the mission trip, we spent time in community sharing our individual “Yay God’s” with our work crews and as a large group. This video clip showed a small snippet of what that looked like - so fun, encou...  Read More

  The picture above was taken at the Carter Caves State Park, a beautiful space we got toexplore on our adventure day. We had no clue what the day would hold, except foradventure. We hiked to the Smokey Valley Lake & spent intentional time in prayer. First wespent five to ten minutes of intentional time praying by ourselves. Next, we huddled into acircle to find a partner for team prayer time. We ...  Read More

  Scripture: Colossians 3:12Have you been impatient, harsh, or focused primarily on yourself? The good news is that God’s grace offers a fresh start. Today, take a moment to examine your heart. Invite God to renew your mind and help you begin again, clothed in compassion and kindness.Prayer: Lord, thank You for new beginnings. Renew my heart and help me reflect Your kindness today....  Read More

  Scripture: Ephesians 4:15Many people think kindness means avoiding difficult conversations, but biblical kindness is rooted in truth. Genuine love seeks the highest good of another person. Sometimes that means offering encouragement; other times it means providing honest, gracious feedback. Truth without love can wound. Love without truth can mislead. Christ calls us to both.Prayer: Jesus, help ...  Read More

  Scripture: Luke 10:33-34The Good Samaritan saw a need and responded. He crossed social barriers, interrupted his plans, and spent his own resources to help someone who could offer nothing in return. Biblical kindness is more than sympathy; it is compassion in action. Ask God to open your eyes today. Someone around you may need encouragement, assistance, or simply a listening ear. Don’t walk past...  Read More

  Scripture: Colossians 3:12There is a difference between being nice and being kind. Niceness often seeks comfort and approval. Biblical kindness seeks the good of others, even when it requires effort, sacrifice, or difficult conversations. Real kindness helps people grow, serves practical needs, and is rooted in truth. Today, consider your recent interactions. Were you simply being nice, or were ...  Read More