Amy Kessler

Sarcasm is a popular form of humor in today’s culture, but sometimes we take it too far. We fail to realize when our words become hurtful in conversations, particularly in arguments. Lately I’ve noticed a trend on Christian radio stations. Artists like …

When it comes to dating, we hear so much talk about compatibility. But what does compatibility mean, anyway? How do we know if we’re compatible with another person? According to the dictionary, it means being able to exist harmoniously with someone els …

There is a reason people flock to hear testimonies, and there is a reason those stories are so powerful.

When you’re dating someone, the natural inclination is to spend as much time as possible with that person. After all, that’s the point, isn’t it? To spend enough time with someone in order to determine whether the relationship could move toward a healt …

Pastors receive appreciation throughout the year in a variety of ways from church members. However, most of these ways likely involve being approached after the service by someone who wants to share what they thought of the sermon, or maybe they receiv …

When giving gets hard, try to remember that God gave you the amount you’re giving in the first place. I find that when I worry about my finances and make a conscious effort to hand those concerns over to God, He is present in my struggle and abundantly …

My favorite church memories are those of service. I grew up attending a small Episcopal church (now Anglican) where youth were continually encouraged to serve, and their volunteerism was an integral part of the service. Young children attended Sunday s …

Finding a small group to join or starting one in your church is a great way to plug into your church community and fellowship with other believers. As a college student, I strongly desired to become more involved in church and invest time serving in a …