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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

A Growing Christian Is Not Complacent

by Wil Rice IV | Sep 22, 2025 | Devotionals

I Thessalonians 4:1 Furthermore then we beseech you, brethren, and exhort you by the Lord Jesus, that as ye have received of us how ye ought to walk and to please God, so ye would abound more and more You have probably had a coach or two in your life. Coaches are...

Most Anything Worth Doing Is Worth Trouble

by Wil Rice IV | Sep 19, 2025 | Devotionals

I Thessalonians 2:20 For ye are our glory and joy Recently on Labor Day my wife and I were doing what we often do on Labor Day, taking a nice hike. I found joy walking in the trees and getting in a good hike. It was enjoyable. However, I have to tell you there was...