"The amount of growth I’ve experienced from being terrified to go to a group where I didn’t know anyone, to having group be the highlight of my week, is not something I could’ve comprehended a year ago."...
“I know God is not done with me yet and I need to trust in His plan. The love he has for His children will never end and it is so strong.”-London White...
“As we remember Lester and countless others who endured so much, we’re reminded that the greatest acts of love often come through sacrifice.”...
"God knew I needed a deeper relationship with Him, and He graciously led me here through my fiancé. I’ve never felt more seen, known, and connected."...
“What we think makes North Valley so special is how much the staff cares for the congregation. From the first moment that we came, we felt seen and welcomed.”...
"Becoming a part of the worship team really saved me from who I am as a person. It’s held me accountable given me a purpose; it’s helped me feel fulfilled in my faith.“...
“If fear is holding you back, it is not of the Holy Spirit. Don’t be scared to do what God has called you to do—He will reward it!”...
“I am constantly reminded of how good God is and how many beautiful people there are in life who don’t judge me. I cannot believe the joy I get from serving… It reminds me that ‘it’s Jesus, others, and you.’”...
“Being part of the community has been such a huge part of our journey. It’s brought us closer as a family and made us so much bolder in our faith.”...
"It’s incredible how the messages resonate and stay with you throughout the week, and seeing my family members run towards service with God-given talents is powerful."...
God loves it when we care for others. Especially those who are stumbling in sin. As God’s people we are called to be aware of the needs of others. This is what it means to be selfless. We are constantly thinking about others....
Keep ReadingDo you sometimes find it hard to believe that prayer really works? Does God actually respond to what we ask of him?...
Keep ReadingThe kind of prayer that God loves to hear is the prayer of the righteousness. This does not mean that you have to be perfectly righteous in order to pray. If that was the case you’d never get started in prayer! ...
Keep ReadingWhen was the last time you were really sick? Do you remember? It’s never fun to be sick. Most adults hate to be sick. Our lives have to be put on hold. On the other hand, sometimes kids like to be sick because they get to stay home from school! What do you think about that?...
Keep ReadingDo you ever feel like your parents are all always watching? They are aware of your every move? Maybe if you are younger this is case, but as you get older this should feel different as they help you learn what true independence as an adult is really like. One day, we all move out of our parent’s house (hopefully) and learn to live on our own....
Keep ReadingHave you ever had someone not believe what you were telling them? Did you ever try and convince them that you were telling the trust by saying something like, “I swear!” or, “I swear on my mother’s grave!” or, “I promise you that I am not lying!”...
Keep ReadingHave you ever competed in a competition that was very physically taxing? Have you ever been pushed to the limit of your ability? Have you every been in a contest that made you want to quit, but you finally endured to the end? How did that make you feel when you finished?...
Keep ReadingOne of the things that usually accompanies the stress of suffering is a willingness to be short, cross, or biting with the people around us. You’d think that when we were suffering it would be in our best interest to help each other and encourage one another, but sadly, this is often not the case....
Keep ReadingWhat do you think James means by “establish your hearts”? One way to consider this this phrase would be “strengthen your hearts”. Does that help your understanding of what James might be trying to communicate? He is calling his people press into right living in the midst of trial....
Keep ReadingWe have already talked a bit about farmers in one of our devotionals from a few days ago, but James brings up the subject again in our verse for today. Farming is challenging work for a number of reasons. One of the biggest reasons is that it demands a high degree of patience. How do you feel about patience?...
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