Tag Archive for: redemption

Is Christian Work Better than Secular Work?
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It’s unusual that you’d find someone who would come right out and articulate the view that Christian work is better than “secular” or “non-Christian” work, or that the only activity under the sun that matters is evangelism.

Xempt: A New Name And New Lease On Life
At the age of 17, Caleb Bloomfield found himself in the dark basement of his apartment no longer in control of his own life. He was reeling from two major losses

I Lost My Virginity But Not My Faith
I was an early bloomer in terms of romantic relationships, and started having long-term relationships since the age of 15. My first relationship was with a Christian. Both of us believed in God, but that didn’t automatically mean that our relationship was a healthy one.

Beauty From Ashes
Title: Beauty From Ashes
Materials: Hand-lettering and photography
Artwork…

A Family Crisis that Redeemed Me
Three years ago, I was involved in a family dispute. My willful, unforgiving, and prideful character deeply hurt my family and it reached a stage that I eventually left home.

The Day I Relooked My Marriage Vows
They sit across from us at our dining room table, their fingers laced together. She plays with her engagement ring, excited to be talking about their big day and their upcoming plans. This young bride and her adoring groom.

ODJ: Korah’s Redemption
In the children’s book series How to Train Your Dragon, the protagonist Hiccup has a cousin named Snotlout who’s as mean as they get. Snotlout is determined to inherit the tribal chieftaincy in Hiccup’s place, and embarks on a number of schemes to sabotage his cousin. But Hiccup consistently chooses to reach out to Snotlout. Even after Snotlout’s father rejects him

Why Do We Love New Things?
It is no secret that most, if not all of us, love things that are new, especially if it means improved aesthetics. It is as if we have this insatiable desire for

ODJ: the gift of time
Our 5 year old son lives by a simple credo: never, ever be bored! He’s always investigating, always testing, usually grubby, never still—not even in his sleep. Liam doesn’t share his father’s fear of heights or snakes, nor does he possess his mother’s good sense. His favourite phrase typically occurs too late for Mum, Dad or older siblings to intervene. “Watch this!” he’ll announce