All of us at one time or another have answered a knock at our front door. Sometimes, it will be an expected guest. While other times, it is an unexpected visitor. Regardless of the situation, we made the decision whether or not to let this person in our home. And with that decision, came both feelings of enjoyment or regret. It is the same in our spiritual walk through this world. We have people and things knocking on our hearts wanting to get inside. And, depending on

A lot of people seem to be talking about a lot of things lately. Whether it be in person, by phone, text, email or one of the endless social media platforms, we are constantly communicating. It feels, however, that sometimes we are not saying a whole lot. The Bible speaks into the trouble with saying things just to hear ourselves. In both the Book of James (5:12) and Matthew (5:37), we learn that less is actually more when we talk. In Matthew, Jesus includes this wisdom in

Growing up in the Quinn household was a little different than some other houses. There were definite expectations and rules that were not up for discussion. From a young age, I learned the definition and value of tough love. I knew that my parents loved us, but I also knew just as strongly that they were preparing us for the challenges that lay ahead. One example that comes to mind is when Dad taught me and my sister how to swim. There were no paid lessons involved from a

While some seem to struggle with the definition of a woman, the Bible provides both a beautiful and true representation of what God had in mind when He created Eve. In the Book of Proverbs (31:10-31), we read one such description, Who can find a virtuous wife? For her worth is far above rubies. The heart of her husband safely trusts her; So he will have no lack of gain. She does him good and not evil. All the days of her life. She seeks wool and flax, And willingly works wit