Planted and growing
Where are they now? You’ve probably heard or read this phrase in reference to someone you’ve known quite a lot about in the past...
Even if …
Have you ever wondered what it actually felt like for David when he wrote about the “valley of death” in Psalm 23 or the...
Five minutes with Casey Ratzlaff
When Christian Leader last talked with Casey Ratzlaff, he was a 14-year-old rising star on the world stage in junior wheelchair tennis. Nine years...
When people come and go
One of the things that the Lord is revealing to me is this: The same Spirit who guided past generations is the one who...
Gathering or equipping?
Many years ago, when I was just starting out as a youth pastor, I thought I had a very successful year. The student ministry doubled...
Conflict is inevitable
My husband and I have been married for 36 years, and we continue to navigate disagreement. As is the case with any significant relationship,...
Being thankful in a topsy-turvy world
We’re entering the time of year when we think more intentionally about being thankful. Thanksgiving is just around the corner while at the same...
Saying yes
I put one foot in front of the other, the suspension bridge swaying with every step.
“Eyes ahead,” I repeated to myself, knowing one glance...