Category: Issues Archive

5 Ron Sandison: Success on the Spectrum
Ron’s personal story and encouragement for those facing autism’s unique challenges.
10 Fathers in the Field
How John Smithbaker’s ministry introduces fatherless boys to God’s unfailing love.
14 Seeking Dad
Where do we turn when our fathers fall short of our expectations? Here’s what Joyce discovered.
16 2025 Writing Contest Now Open
This year’s topic: Trust and Obey
18 When Dads Stand Tall
The undeniable blessings of having a godly father.
24 Moms, Dads, and Grads
Gifts and resources for the special people in our lives.
36 When My Dad Ran Away
The search for her true identity is finally over.

5 Holy Work
What began as caring for a special needs child became a lifeline for other caregivers.
10 My Journey to Unfailing Love
From seeking surfer to saved surfer; one man’s story of God’s extraordinary love.
14 Dancing to God’s Glory
Can dancing bring God glory? Learn how Kathy Thibodeaux’s talents touch people’s hearts and honor God.
18 Israel: God’s Choice for Divine Purposes
One man demonstrates God’s extraordinary love to a Jewish family and is blessed for his obedience.
22 My Life Quilt
Lessons gained from bringing life to an unfinished antique quilt.
26 Easter Resource Guide
39 First Looks Resource Guide

5 Babbie Mason: Singer, Songwriter and More
God extends Babbie’s reach beyond music, speaking and the stage.
8 Rudolph
Ministry as a hospital chaplain takes an interesting Christmas twist.
13 Ask Dr. Walt
Q&A with Dr. Walt
16 Living in Wisdom
Gift Giving
18 Ready to Serve
Ted Saito: Born in a Japanese internment camp, freed in Christ.
20 Turning Point
The Perfectly Imperfect Christmas
22 God’s Prank Call
When a wrong number phone call became a divine appointment
24 Dave Says
Better Financial Understanding
25 Christmas Gift Guide
Ideas for sharing God’s greatest gift with others.
40 Persecution Report
Abdo’s Story
43 Devotional
Saved by Grandmother
45 Grace Notes
Michael’s Miracle

5 Holy Humor
Jeff Allen’s journey from addiction to a life with meaning and a God-given purpose.
10 Make Love Your Aim
Gene and Vi Gauerke celebrate 70 happy years of marriage with God at the center.
16 LifeWise Academy
Joel Penton explains how public school students are learning the Bible during school hours.
18 Ask the Animals
Q&A with Annette Whipple
22 Christian Living Resource Guide
27 God’s Alternative Education
The students weren’t the only ones who got an education!
30 First Looks Resource Guide
34 The Prayer-holic Father
Lessons from a father who prays about everything.
36 Book Excerpt: Restoring Joy
From Cindy Brinker Simmon’s book Restored.
40 The Christian Response to Terrorism
As Christ-followers, how can we best respond to terrorism?

5 Reaching Souls International
One ministry’s effective strategy for reaching more souls.

10 A Journey of Faith and Answered Prayer
Elmer Towns’ ongoing faith journey.

14 Book Excerpt: A Dog named Mattis
Get a glimpse into the life of a K9 police team.

16 Set on a New Path
Can hanging out at the beach be a ministry?

22 Spiritual Growth Resource Guide

28 Three Tarnished Pennies
Waiting on God’s provision. Rejoicing in His faithfulness.

30 First Looks Resource Guide

32 Where AI and the Bible Meet
The impact of Artificial Intelligence Jesus on biblical truth and a lost world.

5 When Words Aren’t Enough
11 Miracle Wheels
14 2024 Writing Contest
16 George Washington Carver
18 The Way, the Truth and the Life
22 Moms, Dads and Grads Gift Guide
34 First Looks Resource Guide
36 Summer Camp Savvy

5 Beauty from Ashes
10 Resilient Faith
14 A Fight for Life
16 The Road to Redemption
20 The Malted Milk Ball Incident
26 Adoption Q&A
29 Easter Resource Guide
38 First Looks Resource Guide