
What the Bible Says About Compassion
Frank* was a new academy student who had severe learning disabilities. He spoke differently from the other kids. His eyes were crossed and his hair unkempt. He came from an impoverished home. He meant well, but no matter how he
Growing Through Change
In Ecclesiastes 3:1, there is a passage that most have heard at one time or another. “For everything, there is a season and a time for every matter under heaven.” The fact is we will face good times and bad,

THE POWER OF DIGITAL MINISTRY
In conversation with a church member after preaching at one of our services, we started a conversation about reopening the church after the pandemic. This church member had an interesting perspective on the pandemic. He said, “The pandemic has forced
Reopening Delayed
As we announced last month, it was the intention of the Administrative Committee for our Conference office to fully re-open to the public by August 9. However, the present rise of coronavirus cases in the Central Florida area causes us
An Honest Discussion on Mental Health, the Pandemic, and the Church
This article will address topics regarding mental health that may be triggering for some. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek the counsel of a mental health professional or other qualified health provider. If there is immediate
EQ FOR IMPROVED RELATIONSHIPS
By Dr. Annie Pérez, Ph.D., MA, BSN, RN Health Psychologist, Marriage and Family Counseling FLC Director Women’s Ministries and Prayer Ministries Have you ever been told you are insensitive or too direct with people? Do you prefer to talk rather than listen? Does
Fresh Air, Cardio & Christian Fellowship
By Vivian L. Perez A little over 12 years ago, I shared with my husband the burning desire to help others with their fitness journey. But more so than just getting fit or being in shape, I felt a strong conviction
Boosting your Spiritual Health
When we talk about healthy living, the first things that come to mind are exercising, eating and sleeping well, and accomplishing the goals on your fitness tracker. While being in good physical condition may be our main focus when it
The World’s Greatest Giver
James 1:17 declares, "Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights." In 2020, multi-billionaire Jeff Bezos, founder and CEO of Amazon, donated a gift of $10 billion to help fight climate change —
Sabbath Devotional
Reunions are beautiful. People apart; now together. They are heartwarming, uplifting, and sometimes unsettling. Images that come to mind are families over cookouts, picnic tables with covered dishes, paper plates, potato salad and watermelon. Reunions are a military mom or