How to Pray Bold Prayers for Your Family

By Matt Hess As our family has had the privilege to enter another season of planting a church, I have been reminiscing often on our church planting journey over the years. I have been thinking on God’s kindness, His mercies, His grace, and most importantly His presence.  In the beginning we found ourselves afraid, confused, …

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5 Ways the Bible says to Influence Kids for Christ

I recently had the privilege of speaking to parents at a breakout session for a Family Discipleship Event hosted at our church called Impact.  I absolutely love any opportunity to invest in parents.  Why? Because parenting is difficult!!!  In fact, parenting is the most difficult thing that I do as a Man, Husband, Father, and …

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Psalms for Healing and Hope from Past Trauma

Gazing into my baby's eyes, I experienced the profound nature of unconditional love for the first time—a love so distinct, so profound, that it eclipsed anything else I'd felt before, even the love for my husband. At that moment, a deep realization washed over me: my paramount duty was not just to shield him from …

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