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Moving Beyond Grade School Definitions Into Decisive Action

Many people know how to define sin—but far fewer think about what to do after they’ve fallen short. Discover why we struggle...

A frightening encounter with a school bully becomes a powerful lesson about faith, fear and trusting God in life’s hardest moments. Through a personal story and biblical insight, this article...

Step into a story about childhood fears, dark roads, and the comforting glow of light—and discover the powerful lesson it reveals about facing life’s “midnight moments.” Through a biblical perspective...

Dear Compass Checkers,

As I write this letter, we are expecting a big winter storm this weekend. It seems we will likely have to cancel in-person services for the second...

Kathryn shares her journey of faith, career, and purpose, reflecting on how her background and experiences shaped the path she chose.

How were you called to the Way?

I am...

God isn’t “like” a Father, He is your Father. What that relationship can look like (even if your family life is complicated).

While talking with one of my driver’s education...

Real life can feel like a lot: pressure, temptation, anxiety, people problems, and big questions about who you are and where you’re headed. This issue of Compass Check is here...

A compass is an instrument that helps guide us to where we need to go. It represents finding the way to a destination and keeping us from losing our way...

Climbing out of depression can be likened to trying to climb out of a slippery pit. We can set off with good intentions and then slide back in. It's a...

Even the strongest can’t endure life alone—true strength and spiritual growth come through faithful friendships that encourage, counsel and sharpen one another.

If you feel a little isolated and wish...