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Features
6 Hugs and Tail Wags
by Ken Walker
Chaplain Laveaga and Chief are crucial members of Los Angeles County’s firefighting team. Here’s why.
12 First Place: The Return
by Jenny Browne
After earning his PhD, obedience took Abera back to the same trash heaps where he spent his childhood.
16 An Enormous Leap of Faith
By Hannchen Gantenbein
as told by Ruth Wood
God, in His providence, led Hannchen from everything familiar into the unknown; and she followed by faith.
20 A Million Stars
By Emily T. Wierenga
Trusting God with the obstacles on their foster care journey and enjoying the sweet moments along the way.
24 Writer’s Resource Guide
Resources to help writers succeed.
28 First Looks Resource Guide
New books for the new year.
36 Dear God…
By Robbie Hift
Sincere prayers, softly-spoken answers, and a successful book.
Columns
10 Living in Wisdom
Distractions
14 Devotional
Eclipsed
16 Ask Dr. Walt
Ignite 2026
27 Turning Point
Daily Trusting God
34 Dave Says
Wise Investments
42 Family News
Christ’s Body
46 Grace Notes
Florida to an Indiana Boy
Departments
4 The Fine Print
9 The Good News
19 Quips and Quotes
26 Kids of the Kingdom
33 Laugh Lines
40 Quick Takes
On the cover: Chaplain Victor Laveaga and Chief. Photo by Ken Walker. Used with permission.
