It's been a packed week. Between movie reviews, fiction chapters, and faith conversations, there's a good chance you missed something that could've sparked a family discussion or helped you make a smarter screen-time decision. So let's catch you up. Here's everything we published this week, organized, summarized, and ready for you to dive into whatever you need most right now. Movie Reviews: What's Safe (and What's Not) for Your Family This week, we tackled some of the bigg

Think about the last time you walked into an unfamiliar place: maybe a new gym, a doctor's office, or a restaurant you'd never tried. Remember that moment of hesitation? The quick scan of the room, the uncertainty about where to go, the hope that someone would notice you and help you feel like you belonged? Now multiply that feeling by ten. That's what many people experience when they walk through the doors of a church for the very first time. For some, it's their first time

You scroll through your phone and see everyone gathered, laughing, connected. Meanwhile, you're sitting alone wondering why community feels so hard to find. That ache in your chest? It's real. And friend, you're not alone in feeling alone. Isolation has become an epidemic in our culture. We have more ways to connect than ever before, yet genuine belonging feels increasingly rare. The truth is, God never designed you to walk through life solo. Scripture tells us in Ecclesiaste

December hits different when you're trying to build a career and follow Jesus at the same time. Between year-end deadlines, holiday parties, family expectations, and that nagging question of "What am I actually doing with my life?": it's easy to feel like you're spinning your wheels instead of moving toward God's purpose for you. If you're a young professional feeling lost in the Christmas chaos, wondering if your current path aligns with God's plan, you're not alone. This se

December hits different when you're leading a church. The phone calls multiply, the expectations skyrocket, and somehow you're supposed to orchestrate the perfect Christmas experience while keeping your own family happy and your sanity intact. Sound familiar? Here's what nobody talks about at leadership conferences: most of us are making the same seven mistakes every single holiday season. The good news? These aren't character flaws, they're fixable patterns. And once you spo

Christmas lights twinkle, mistletoe hangs overhead, and everywhere you look, couples are cozying up for the most romantic season of the year. If you're dating someone this Christmas, you're probably spending more time together than usual, attending holiday parties, meeting extended family, and sharing meaningful traditions. It's beautiful, but it can also be overwhelming. As someone who's walked alongside countless singles and couples navigating Christian dating, I've seen ho