In the parable of the prodigal son, the Father reconnects with his child and transforms his life. As brothers and sisters in Christ, it's our privilege to love each other and connect each other to God.

If we want to love our neighbor, it takes humility, understanding more about yourself, and letting what we want die in favor of what they need. Love each other in humility.

We can see the pain of those around us, but can we stop trying to fix it and be moved with compassion to be near those who are hurting?

We want to change it. We want to ease the pain, and give the right answers. But more important than all of that is for us to be silent, and just listen to those around us.

Life's challenges can weigh us down, but when we lift each other up and encourage each other in Christ, we can make it through even the hard times.

Can a church-going mentality actually lead to being unable to see the right way to treat people? How can we avoid the pitfalls of religion while being close to Jesus?

Problems in life can make us feel betrayed, bitter, or even broken. But God can take those circumstances and create blessings out of them!

Jesus came to the earth in the middle of murder, violence, and a king's fear for his throne. But He came to give us hope and peace...so let's not miss Jesus and His love in the story of Christmas.

As we celebrate Christ's birth, could it be that sometimes we miss the absolute earth-shattering power and wonder of the moment when God's Son came to give his life? Let's rediscover just how amazing "God with us" really is.