Jesus offered rest to those who are "weary and heavy-laden" but all too often we are still carrying burdens that we shouldn't or can't. What's worse is that sometimes these loads are come as part of our religious baggage. However, in the Apostle Paul's letter to the churches of Galatia, we find the formula to lighten the load: tossing off unnecessary expectations we and others put on us, and being a part of faith family that shares the burdens that remain.

Our fears and worries can be debilitating. Jesus told us simply, "Don't worry," but did you know he gave us reasons why also? Learn the why behind "don't worry" and get skilled at dumping your worries for actions that actually make a difference.

When life wears you down, how do you find strength to keep getting up again? Sometimes the circumstances around us are bad enough. Then there's the battle in our minds. In "Choose Joy" we'll discover how to choose and experience the benefits of joy regardless of our circumstances.

Routines and ruts can be comfortable but they may not be where God's best is found. Sometimes the Lord has to disturb our life in order to give us the life he has in mind. It all starts with our willingness to say "Yes, Lord. Now what's the question?"

Purpose. We all need to know we're filling a need and making a difference. This week's Dangerous Prayer moves us beyond the comfortable, safe, and bland to a cry for world-changing, difference-making impact. The twist? Your impact is much more about your availability than your ability. Are you available, and willing to pray, "Send me!"?

Would you like to be free? We've all had the experience of doing something we really don't want to do because in the moment we really wanted to do it. Huh? Confusing right? Thankfully, there is a solution to this confusing compulsion, and it's the topic of the second Dangerous Prayer of this series. You can be free of the destructive compulsions that sometimes take over your life. Here's how.

Student missionaries Jonathan Foreman & Mayson Cambron give us an update on their studies, ministries, and needs.

Dangerous Prayers returns with new dangerous prayers to pray for 2021! Do you have the courage to pray dangerous prayers?

How does following Jesus make this time better than last time—regardless of the circumstances? Last year was a challenge. See how you can face this year with hope and determination no matter what you face.

The angels announced Jesus' birth with a proclamation of peace on earth and goodwill to men. But this year especially has been full of upheaval and turmoil. What are we to make of the angels' proclamation, the prophetic title of Jesus as the Prince of Peace, and Jesus himself's own promise to give us his peace when it contrasts so starkly with our reality? We believe you and the people you care about can experience peace this Christmas season—and beyond.