Easter’s Over, but the Hope of the Resurrection Lives On

Easter’s Over, but the Hope of the Resurrection Lives On

“Eleven steps.”

I glanced to the side as I approached the front entrance of the hospital. An elderly man, gaunt and grizzled, climbed the stairs beside me. His faded jeans were cinched together at his waist. A flannel shirt, faded soft, was tucked neatly into his waistband. His leathery skin told me he’d spent years in the sun, and his Army veteran cap told me he’d spent years serving our country.

His eyes were down, focused on the stairs. “I’ve walked up and down these eleven steps thirty-one times. But today’s the last day.” He glanced at the couple to his left, and then at me. “She’s gone home.”

Simple Tips for Teaching Little Ones to Pray

Simple Tips for Teaching Little Ones to Pray

Greetings, Refresh readers! It’s my pleasure to introduce you to my dear friend Julie Lavender as our guest contributor today. I know you’ll fall in love with her. Her tips for cultivating a heart of prayer in our little ones are spot on. ~Lori When our kids were...

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Strengthen Your Prayers with These 10 Powerful Truths

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