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by Wil Rice IV | January 8, 2024 | Articles, Devotionals | 0 Comments

I Kings 4:29 And God gave Solomon wisdom and understanding exceeding much, and largeness of heart, even as the sand that is on the sea shore Haven’t...

What Does Easter Mean?

by Lauren Rice | April 8, 2023 | Articles | 0 Comments

What better time to remind ourselves of the truth that Jesus Christ died on the cross, was buried, and resurrected from the grave? When evil is staring us in the face is the best time to consider the truth of Easter and what it means for us.

Are You Curious or Committed?

by Lauren Rice | April 7, 2023 | Articles | 0 Comments

Curiosity may lead you to Jesus, but you must take a lingering look and listen to really know Jesus. Will you stay long enough to hear Jesus answer the question, “What is truth?”

Recent Devotionals

Be a Home to a Pilgrim Today

by Wil Rice IV | Aug 22, 2025 | Devotionals

Acts 21:17 And when we were come to Jerusalem, the brethren received us gladly Have you ever met a brother or sister who was a complete stranger to you? Maybe you were in a foreign country and heard an American accent. Maybe you are from Tennessee and visiting...

Act While You Are Here

by Wil Rice IV | Aug 20, 2025 | Devotionals

Acts 20:38 Sorrowing most of all for the words which he spake, that they should see his face no more. And they accompanied him unto the ship Do you know anyone who can brighten the room when they leave? Maybe you have known someone like that. I was at the airport in...