Apart From Acceptance, Love Doesn't Connect
Love is not the same thing as acceptance, and acceptance is not the same thing as love. But I’m convinced that believing you are loved is virtually impossible apart from acceptance.
Calming the Storm in Your Soul
Have you ever experienced a storm in your soul? Emotions in turmoil and thoughts of despair? What are the wounds of your heart? The damage to your soul the Evil One loves to exploit?
Finding Joy at Joni and Friends
Years ago, when my son was first diagnosed with autism around age 2, it felt like his life—and mine—were over. On Sundays at church, I struggled to hold back tears while hearing the worship songs.
Let Go of Fear For a More Extraordinary Life
Growing up, my grandmother would always say, “You can’t get in the water until you know how to swim.” Seems harmless. But, can you hear the fear?
A Journey From Abuse to Healing
Jennifer shares a sweet story of transformation in the life of a former child sex trafficking victim.
Help When I Needed It the Most
In a time of desperate need, Dave Riley’s LifeGroup and the Bent Tree family stepped in, and Christ used them to give him the support and love he needed.
A Herd of Protection
Bill and Amber were hesitant to join a LifeGroup, but after they sensed God prompting them to step into one, they discovered it was just what they needed. Read their story:
Not Alone in This Messy Life
Because of our LifeGroup, my husband and I know we have friends who will roll up their sleeves and get into the mess with us.
Letting Go of Christmas
How in the world had I come to dread this season so much? I was miserably working to make a merry Christmas, and all was not calm or bright.
Always Room for More
Erin Deatherage has discovered that serving in Bent Tree’s Family Ministry provides some amazing blessings.