Water is our most basic physical human need. Without it, we can't survive for more than a few days depending on our circumstances. And while food and shelter are critically important too, if we don't have access to water, we won't live long enough for the absence of these other things to really ... Continue Reading
What do my socks, some Christmas ornaments, and some single serve coffee cups have in common?
As many of you know, this Advent, Kory's sermon series is premised on the book, Advent Conspiracy. Advent Conspiracy is a movement started about six years ago by a group of pastors who had grown weary of the consumerism that dominates the Christmas scene. They decided to do Christmas differently, ... Continue Reading
Look Who's In Our Nativity
When Kory and I were engaged, his parents lavished us with gifts for our first home. They were so generous and gave us so many wonderful things. Tools and appliances for our kitchen. China and crystal. Candles. Towels for our bathroom. And bedding for the antique bed we inherited from my ... Continue Reading