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​Only a woman

​Only a woman

When someone questioned Mary Slessor as to how she could do great feats because she was “only a woman” she reminded him who God was.

​How do you observe Lent?

​How do you observe Lent?

Nancy Sleeth gives practical ideas on how to add to your Lent season this year, rather than subtract.

​Your inner Judith

​Your inner Judith

I’m prompted to fight for the relationships that matter and to love with ferocity.

Directions for spiritual growth

Directions for spiritual growth

“I want to grow in Christ. Now what?” If you are asking that question, this article offers practical tips on how to grow in your relationship with Jesus.

Unleashed Disciples

Unleashed Disciples

The mission of the church is nothing more and nothing less than a mission of discipleship.

Avoiding artificial maturity

Avoiding artificial maturity

In a culture that fosters artificial maturity, Tim Elmore suggests steps to take that encourage authentic growth.

Words matter

Words matter

Here are some words you could use in 2017 to bless others.

​From deity to dust

​From deity to dust

Jesus did something unheard of, when, as a somebody, he became a nobody.

Leading like Jesus

Leading like Jesus

My friend took offense when someone called her a leader. We agreed that the word “leader” brings a variety of reactions, depending on one’s definition.

​Honoring our veterans

​Honoring our veterans

Today is Veterans Day, a day we express our gratitude to those who have fought and continue to fight for our freedom.

​Groceries and Thanksgiving

​Groceries and Thanksgiving

An interaction in the grocery store line reminded Linda what she had to be thankful for on Thanksgiving and every day.

Elections and who we are

Elections and who we are

IWU President David Wright reminds us who we are, what we value, and what we are called to do in light of this year’s election.

​The big reveal

​The big reveal

A Global Partners missionary encourages a language teacher to ask God to reveal himself.

​Why worry?

​Why worry?

If only you just had a more nearly perfect environment, things would go better and you wouldn’t have to worry so much.