Magnolia and Cherry, a Poem by Marjorie Maddox
-Spring 2021 Buds burnt by cold, they open anyway, both pink and blackened, facing the spring. Courage, not innocence: magnolia and...
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Oct 28, 20221 min read
Sitting in Darkness, a Poem by Russell Willis
If you are sitting in darkness open your eyes turn around to see if there’s light behind you or above or below or to the side not that...
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Oct 7, 20221 min read
Theological Tanka, a Poem by Christina E. Petrides
Each Bible hero— people who became great saints in the end of ends— felt tangibles stripped away in the maturing process. Born in San...
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Jun 29, 20228 min read
Abortion: A Morality Story, an Essay by Kimberly L. Robinson
This is for the Church. I do not, as a rule, object to anyone of any persuasion reading my humble prose. So, Taoists, those who follow...
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Apr 2, 20211 min read
Paper Cranes, a Poem by Jeff William Acosta
None knows how I like to sleep at night even our mom who would say to you: ‘Your kuya sleeps like a baby, all curled up from his head to...
Ellen Huang
Mar 5, 20212 min read
I Never Wanted Potiphar's Wife, a Poem by Ellen Huang
Years from now, sermons and wisdoms will tell of my bravery in the face of wily woman, nameless woman, thirsty for exotic drink from this...
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Feb 19, 20212 min read
It's 9 am Sunday, a Poem by Jeff William Acosta
Written by Jeff William Acosta I. It's 9 am Sunday. Another day I am forced to wake up while I'm in the process of drowning my body in...
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Oct 9, 20203 min read
Pillar of Salt, a Short Story by Niles M. Reddick
for Tess Barbara no longer went to the women’s group at the Methodist church, and for the first year after her daughter’s death, Barbara...
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May 8, 20201 min read
'Four-Letter Word' & 'Test Me I'm Positive', a Poem by Amelia Thompson
Amelia Thompson reminds us of the importance of this four-letter word: REST.
Next, watch her perform 'Test Me I'm Positive'.
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Feb 17, 20201 min read
In His Footsteps, a Poem by Debra Ayis
It feels like I have been a Christ follower from my mother’s womb I look down memory lane Night and day, months and years… It shows my...
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Feb 9, 20201 min read
"Oh Lord", a Poem by Billy Ayis
OH LORD by Billy Ayis Oh lord My God As I settle down to read Plant in me a seed To give knowledge Without taking me over the edge To...
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Jan 18, 20202 min read
"Sometimes I Wonder", a Poem by Billy Ayis
You say you are very near
Then why do I still fear
You say my burdens are yours to bear
But even now I shed a tear
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Jan 11, 20204 min read
3 Tips to Revitalize Your Devotional Time, a Devotional by Debra Ayis
If we want to survive spiritually, we need to consume the Word of God. But how does one read the same book repeatedly without getting bored?
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Dec 22, 20192 min read
Celebrating Christmas in Northern Nigeria, a Devotional by Debra Ayis
Growing up in a Christian family in Nigeria introduced me to many traditions associated with Christmas. From as far back as memory can...
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Nov 9, 20194 min read
Five Ways to Love a Stranger This Christmas, a Devotional by Debra Ayis
Once again, it’s Christmas—the season of merriment, goodwill, and cheer. For most, it’s a time for family and friends, and a time to...
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Sep 16, 20193 min read
When My Best Friend Told Me Off, a Devotional by Debra Ayis
What she said to me then always comes to mind whenever I find myself in a situation where a friend criticizes me.
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Sep 7, 20196 min read
Am I Allowed to Be Angry?, a Short Story by Mary B Safrit
A burning sensation began in the region of my small intestine and rose until the heat emanated from my face. My jaw tightened and my...
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Aug 18, 20196 min read
Inheritance of the Sea, an Article by Stephanie Nikolopoulos
A short essay about how travel expands our sense of self and our understanding of the Other, and how in doing so it draws us closer to God.
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Aug 3, 20196 min read
WWJD-LGBT, a Devotional by Becket Cook
According to Jesus, the second greatest commandment is to love our neighbor as ourselves.— Becket Cook
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Feb 24, 20191 min read
Song of Praise (Psalm), a Poem by Debra Ayis
Oh Lord my God, Who will comfort me? If not You, Who shall I turn to? If not You, If You do not come to my aid, What shall become of me?...
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