Author Archives: editor

Maya’s “caged bird” was transformed from a victim of racism, hypocrisy, and shame into Angelou’s free bird—independent, self-possessed, dignified, and beautiful. This new bird was capable of composing and singing her own songs. Marvelous songs that spoke to the hearts … Continue reading →

When you sail through life with flying colors, stay humble or you’ll stumble. Two ducks and their frog friend lived in a pond, where the frog often tried to show himself smarter and better than the ducks—a better swimmer, singer, … Continue reading →

To be unwanted, unloved, or undesired is the greatest loss. Through circumstances not entirely of her own making, Leah was married to a man who didn’t choose or love her. She thought she could win Jacob’s love through children. By … Continue reading →

Be content with what you have, but never with what you’ve accomplished. Until death, there’s no period when there’ll be no more to learn, no higher attainments to reach. True success is the work of a lifetime. So, never cease … Continue reading →

Just because you’re the only one doesn’t mean your presence, voice, or efforts don’t count. An unknown author uses a typewriter’s missing key to illustrate the incredible power of one: “If you’rx having onx of thosx days whxn you think … Continue reading →

His first word is the last word. The first public message of Christ after His resurrection was a single, pregnant word—“Rejoice!” (Matthew 28:9). It’s from the Greek verb “chairo.” Significantly, it’s the same root word used to express the joy … Continue reading →