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One of the things that we highly value is listening to one another's stories. In particular, we love to hear about how people are encountering Jesus in their day-to-day lives. This might be in big ways...but it also happens most often in smaller ways (sometimes in ways that are really easy to miss.)

On this page you will find a treasure trove of such stories! May your own walk with Jesus be deeply encouraged and nourished by what you read here.

If you are interested in sharing some of your story here, please email us to let us know!

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Breaking Down the Wall

Feb 2, 20173 min read

Breaking Down the Wall

Then He said to them, “So give back to Caesar what is Caesar’s, and to God what is God’s.” (Matthew 22:21b NIV) We are entering a season...

Like Fallen Leaves

Jan 25, 20172 min read

Like Fallen Leaves

One Sunday, during a cold snap, I was sweeping leaves from the corridor between the sanctuary and the education building. Within moments,...

Render Unto Caesar

Jan 18, 20173 min read

Render Unto Caesar

“What, O my son? And what, O son of my womb? And what, O son of my vows? Do not give your strength to women, or your ways to that which...

To Hear His Voice

Jan 12, 20173 min read

To Hear His Voice

“My sheep listen to my voice; I know them and they follow me.” (John 10:27 NIV) If you are in BSF, you’ll probably recognize that verse...

One and the Same

Jan 4, 20172 min read

One and the Same

“My son, do not despise the Lord’s discipline, and do not resent his rebuke, because the Lord disciplines those he loves, as a father the...

Desperation, Hope, and Faithfulness

Dec 29, 20163 min read

Desperation, Hope, and Faithfulness

This article was cowritten with Nicole’s husband, Daniel. I know that you can do all things; no purpose of yours can be thwarted. (Job...

Hope and Fear

Dec 21, 20163 min read

Hope and Fear

‘But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of great joy which will be for all the people; for...

Yeah, It’s Gonna Hurt

Dec 16, 20162 min read

Yeah, It’s Gonna Hurt

In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us...

The Separation is in the Preparation

Dec 8, 20162 min read

The Separation is in the Preparation

O Zion, messenger of good news, shout from the mountaintops! Shout it louder, O Jerusalem. Shout, and do not be afraid. Tell the towns...

Such a Time as This

Nov 30, 20163 min read

Such a Time as This

“How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity!” (Psalm 133:1 NIV) I couldn’t sleep on the night of November 8,...

It’s That Time of Year Again!

Nov 24, 20163 min read

It’s That Time of Year Again!

“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” (Ephesians 4:32) It’s the holiday...

I Want to Go with Him

Nov 16, 20162 min read

I Want to Go with Him

“If I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to Myself, that where I am, there you may be also. And you know...

An Ongoing Campaign

Nov 9, 20162 min read

An Ongoing Campaign

Sing the praises of the Lord, enthroned in Zion; proclaim among the nations what he has done. (Psalm 9:11 NIV) By the time you read this,...

Fathers, Sons, and Steve Gleason

Nov 2, 20163 min read

Fathers, Sons, and Steve Gleason

Perhaps you’ve heard, but I’m a Coug. I’m a Washington State University alumnus and (so I’ve been told) an over-zealous fan of Cougar...

Farming With Unicorns

Oct 27, 20163 min read

Farming With Unicorns

“The range of the mountains is his pasture, and he searcheth after every green thing. Will the unicorn be willing to serve thee, or abide...

Meaning and Mystery

Oct 20, 20163 min read

Meaning and Mystery

“For now we see through a glass, darkly; but then face to face: now I know in part; but then shall I know even as also I am known.” (1...

Greater and Less

Oct 13, 20162 min read

Greater and Less

“He must become greater and greater, and I must become less and less.” (John 3:30 TLB) John the Baptist’s words have stuck with me for...

Grace Like Coffee

Oct 5, 20162 min read

Grace Like Coffee

“But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more...

A Humble Mind

Sep 27, 20163 min read

A Humble Mind

“Finally, all of you, have unity of mind, sympathy, brotherly love, a tender heart, and a humble mind.” (1 Peter 3:8 ESV) I have a...

The Lord is My Refuge and Strength

Sep 21, 20163 min read

The Lord is My Refuge and Strength

Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the LORD, “He is my refuge and my...

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