Sara McDonald, also known as Chuckles, hands a balloon animal to a child at a block party.

Photo by Steve DeVane

Biblical Recorder

FAYETTEVILLE - Operation Inasmuch, the one-day community mission blitz, is known for construction projects that make livable homes for numerous people.

MaeHelen McKoy looks with appreciation at the work being done to her home.

Photo by Steve DeVane

Biblical Recorder

FAYETTEVILLE - MaeHelen McKoy had tried to save money to make needed repairs to her home, but every time she'd have almost enough money, her car would break down or some other issue arose that needed attention worse.

Bible Studies for Life lesson for May 11: Communicate

Julie entered my class daily, threw down her books, and sulked. Her mother eventually telephoned me, asking why Julie became angry in chorus.

Bible Studies for Life lesson for May 4: Appreciate

A man walking along the beach heard a woman cry, "Help!" Her little boy had been swept into the ocean by a big wave. In spite of his new suit and expensive watch, the man plunged in, bringing the child to safety. His suit was ruined and his watch had stopped, but as the mother approached, he said, "It was nothing, lady." She snapped, "What do you mean, it was nothing? Where's his hat?"

Formations lesson for May 11: The Presence of Christ

I was at a Christian retreat center with friends on a beautiful spring day. The group broke for an hour to gather ourselves and to pray silently on the riverside campus.

Promises for Ministry

Several years ago I participated in a seminar on the sacred actions of Christian worship. The group that gathered for the class came from a variety of denominational backgrounds.