Gratitude vs Thankfulness: The Big Difference

You’ve likely heard the aphorism to “have an attitude of gratitude.” I recently learned that within the field…

What Good Can Come of Hardship?

We often hear people talk about big storms they’ve encountered—about the power of the wind, the jagged streaks…

Welcome to A Positive Path

What does a positive, healthy lifestyle look like? Does it consist of daily gourmet meals, perfectly thriving friendships…

Using Our Spiritual Gifts to Help Others

We’re all given spiritual gifts by God. Shawnelle Eliasen watches her son, Samuel, growing into his: “Let me…

Three Lessons of the Beatitudes

Within the Sermon on the Mount in the Gospel of Matthew are found eight revolutionary teachings of Jesus,…

The Good Thing About Change

I like putting down roots as evidenced in many areas of my life. I’m married to the same…

The Faith of a Friend

Bad news travels fast. Especially in a hospital. I should know; I’ve been a registered nurse working in…

The Blessing of Music

I’ve been around music all my life, for as long as I can remember. In fact, I don’t…

The 7 Most Important Decisions of Your Life

At Madison Square Garden in New York City last week, international megachurch Hillsong held its 2014 stateside conference,…

Thankful for a ‘Dysfunctional’ Thanksgiving

In the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving, I looked toward the holiday with apprehension. The last time I’d…

Teen Proves Laughter Really Is the Best Medicine

Take Time to Look Heavenward

That evening it rained buckets. So much that my basement started leaking. “When it rains it pours,” I…