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CF Church History War and Peace For as long as I can remember, my favorite Christmas movies have been war movies. I know it seems a bit unorthodox, but while everyone… Jeremy Hamblen Dec 20, 2023 · 10 min read CF Spiritual Growth A Spectacular Christmas Story The following is an interview with Champion Forest member, Luzma Bedoya. How would you describe Christmas Spectacular to someone who's… Abigail O'Neel Dec 11, 2023 · 6 min read CF Parenting Raising God-Loving Kids: A Blueprint for Biblical Parenting What do your kids want to be when they grow up? It’s funny how that answer changes as they age. Right now, one of my sons is… Steven Morris Dec 6, 2023 · 8 min read CF Parenting Two Fail-Safe Gifts They’ll Always Remember I have a trivial Christmas confession: of all the potential pressures this season brings, I dread the shopping. I eagerly anticipate a… Shauna Wallace Dec 4, 2023 · 4 min read CF Care & Counseling Navigating Grief During the Holidays The sober reminders are everywhere. There's one less setting at the dinner table, one less stocking hanging from the mantle. The one… Scott Riling Nov 29, 2023 · 5 min read CF Church Life Holiday Hospitality: 7 Tips for Introverts The word “hospitality” often causes anxiety for introverts. If you are an introvert, you may wonder if it’s even possible for… Lori Mosser Nov 27, 2023 · 5 min read CF Spiritual Growth You are Invited to Worship Rehearsal “Worship is a memory problem.” Pastor Jarrett recently made this statement in an all-staff chapel. What does it mean? Does our… Caleb O'Neel Nov 26, 2023 · 4 min read CF Church Life Third Spaces: Your Everyday Mission Field [et_pb_section admin_label="section"] [et_pb_row admin_label="row"] [et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_text admin_label="Text"] In… Chris Phillips Nov 15, 2023 · 3 min read CF Leadership The Teacher's Toolbox As teachers, we are blessed with a sacred opportunity. We are co-laborers with the Holy Spirit who walk alongside others, pointing… Jeremy Hamblen Nov 10, 2023 · 8 min read CF Marriage & Family 3 Keys to a Happy Marriage “Marriage is the best!” That's a statement I seldom hear from couples married for more than a couple of years. Yet, my… Brett Mosser Nov 3, 2023 · 5 min read CF Church Life When You Can't Get to Jesus On Your Own Have you experienced a crisis or tragedy that knocked you to your knees without words to pray? Have you desperately needed Jesus but… Shauna Wallace Oct 27, 2023 · 5 min read CF Leadership Navigating the Role of a Second Chair Leader: Key Components and Tips for Success in Ministry More and more often, pastors are being asked to wear multiple hats. Reaching new people, coordinating various groups, and discipling… Jeff Young Oct 25, 2023 · 4 min read