It may be tempting to think we can escape problems if we run far enough away from them. Instead, healing comes as we "run with patience the race that is set before us," in the words of the Bible.
This time of year many people are on the road—often carrying out missions of mercy and good will. We can bring a healing influence to our trip and to our fellow motorists as we trust more profoundly in God's ever-presence.
Are we forced to "ride out" the aggravations of holiday travel? This writer found that prayer enabled him to approach a trip as a Christian healer, not as a hassled traveler.
When we are looking for better ways to support our parents, we should not overlook the spiritual power that can bring joy and strength during any family challenge—the power of divine Love.
Jesus' life and healing work are a story many love to tell—and to hear. But if we think it's only a lovely story, we are missing its radical healing message for our time.
Pilgrims in a strange land—people searching for refuge and freedom—obviously are not a thing of the past. Nevertheless, the Bible can still help today's refugees as much as it did earlier seekers.
Sometimes when we are giving thanks for all we have right now, our gratitude is tinged with doubt about the future. But real thanksgiving opens our eyes to the permanence of the good that God gives.
