Willpower can be helpful, but relying on it too much can wear you out. A professor from the University of Toronto suggests a more empowering approach: instead of just resisting temptations, try shifting your mindset by embracing a new identity—like saying, “That’s not who I am” or “That’s not my kind of food.” This simple change can make healthy choices feel more natural. Reminder: seeking guidance from God can provide strength and support on your journey of personal growth.

Brant and Sherri's convo today will make you stop and think. In Colossians 3 we’re reminded to focus our minds on things that truly matter: what’s pure, lovely, admirable, true, and noble. It’s not just a nice idea; it’s something each of us has to choose to do every day.

Sure, there are tons of tools and resources out there to help—apps, devotionals, sermons—but at the end of the day, no one else can steer your thoughts for you. That part’s on us. It’s a quiet kind of responsibility, one that happens in the background of our daily lives. But when we take it seriously, it can really shift how we see the world and how we show up in it.

It’s comforting, in a way, to realize that while we can't control everything, we can choose where we let our thoughts dwell—and that can make all the difference.

Brant and Sherri talk about the chaos and charm of July 4th traditions—specifically, the slip and slide. Brant has a list of hilariously accurate alternative names he’d seen on a parent’s blog—like "Slip and Chafe," "Slip and Jack Up the Water Bill," and "Slip and Kill the Lawn." Based on her own family’s experiences, Sherri agrees that every single one of those names rings painfully true. Click PLAY and compare your names with theirs.

Brant and Sherri are kicking back on the porch, taking a humorous stroll down memory lane—right back to the days of VCRs and the ultimate tech challenge: setting the clock. Brant confesses he never figured it out and jokes that he’ll roll into heaven with his VCR still flashing 12:00. Click PLAY to reminisce about simpler times, obsolete gadgets, and why no one ever really knew how to record anything anyway.

The Kids Kite Festival is flying high at Birch Bay State Park this weekend, just in time for summer’s big arrival! Kids get FREE kites, wide-open skies (no power lines!), and tons of fun with bubble shows, Ren the Juggler, and more! Add food trucks, local vendors, and hopefully sunshine, and you’ve got the perfect family day out! Catch the fun Saturday (11–5) and Sunday (11–4). Don’t forget your Discover Pass—or hop a ride with WTA!

Birch Bay Chamber Website: https://birchbaywa.org/birch-bay-kite-festival/

The 5,000 Worship Night is a joyful, family-friendly event at Jubilee Park in Abbotsford on June 21st, July 19th, and August 30th, where everyone’s invited to sing, connect, and enjoy the summer vibes. With a playground for kids, an ice cream shop on-site, and plenty of sunshine, it’s the perfect evening to bring a friend, a chair, and your love for worship. Join Lynette, Jason and Casey to get the full scoop!

Brant and Sherri take a nostalgic (and slightly grumpy) stroll down minimum-wage memory lane, swapping horror stories of their awful summer jobs—Brant’s involving endless popcorn and crushed dreams. They argue that miserable jobs build character, storytelling skills, and the sacred right to complain. Forget fun or well-paying gigs—if your summer job doesn’t make you question life choices, are you even growing?

Drawing from her own journey, Janelle Bruland offers practical tools to help readers overcome personal pain, build resilience, and embrace a more purposeful life. With an emphasis on self-care—like rest, movement, and mindful habits—this guide is a must-read for anyone ready to break free from what's holding them back. Complete with a workbook and journal, Your Way Back to Happy is more than a book—it’s a roadmap to transformation.

Click PLAY to listen in on this inspiring conversation!

Father's Day is a chance to honor the dads who are with us now, and to honor the ones who have graduated to Heaven.

Here is a note from our grand prize winner:

My daddy was really special. He was a founding member of Disney Studios. I had some wonderful moments with him when he would actually ask me about my dreams as a little boy and now as an adult I can appreciate his interest not only personally but in his professional capacity. He passed away when I was 7 years old but I appreciate the things that I can learn about him and the things that he taught me while he was with me and also it is fun to think that he had an impact on many people's childhood he also was an animator on Scooby-Doo.

Thank you to our friends at Mark’s Commercial (Abbotsford & Maple Ridge) and Walton Beverage for helping us celebrate the Rad Dads in our life with a Blackstone Griddle kit.

Just had the sweetest conversation about a teacher who truly made a difference — Mrs. Hunter. From reading stories and making stone soup to offering piano lessons and even hosting a baby shower, she went above and beyond for her students. Her care and creativity left a mark that still lives on today. Here's to the teachers who change lives in and out of the classroom. Click PLAY for this sweet story.