A fresh year holds promise—but also danger: the promise of change, and the danger of impulsive resolutions that fade by February. Real Read More »
Joy Dunning | January 4th, 2026 Joy Dunning | January 4th, 2026 “Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my thoughts. And see if there be any grievous way Read More »
Joy Dunning | December 28th, 2025 Most of the season focuses on giving—which is good—but the heart of Christmas is receiving: God coming to us in Christ. That Read More »
Joy Dunning | December 21st, 2025 Most of us don’t end a year—we escape it. We sprint toward the next thing, hoping momentum will save us from having Read More »
Joy Dunning | December 14th, 2025 “And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:7 Read More »
Joy Dunning | December 6th, 2025 “When you decide to confront a fear, confess a hidden struggle, or tell the truth about something you’ve avoided, you give your Read More »
Joy Dunning | November 30th, 2025 The holidays are supposed to be a season of joy—but for many, they highlight what’s missing. Empty chairs at the table. Relationships Read More »
Joy Dunning | November 23rd, 2025 Thanksgiving season tells us to “be grateful,” but real gratitude isn’t always easy. Sometimes we’re supposed to give thanks, yet we feel Read More »
Joy Dunning | November 17th, 2025 Every November, we pause to honor those who have served—the men and women who stood between danger and safety, who carried the Read More »
Joy Dunning | November 9th, 2025 Most people don’t wake up one morning saying, “I’m ready for a transformational retreat.” They wake up saying things like, “Something needs Read More »
Joy Dunning | October 25th, 2025