There’s been so much going through my mind lately, but I think one of the most significant moments occurred at a funeral two weeks ago. A dear family friend and former mentor of mine passed away suddenly from a stroke at the age of 59. This man didn’t waste a moment of his life. He was one of the closest examples I’ve known of Christ to the world. He saw every person and moment as an opportunity to show God’s love and share His truth. He understood our call by Jesus to “go and make disciples of all nations.” (Matthew 28:19-20). Though there is much I could say about his life, I want to encourage you with a couple lessons he taught that helped shape the person I am today. 1 – Get Curious With every lesson he taught, Jeff would always say, “Don’t take my word or anyone else’s…

Struggling to stay consistent in reading your Bible? You’re not alone—and there’s hope. In this inspiring episode, podcast host and Bible teacher Michelle Nezat shares how worship music became a powerful gateway to Scripture in her spiritual journey. Michelle sits down with Rachel to explore how lyrics rooted in truth can stir our hearts and lead us back to the Word—even when daily Bible reading feels like a challenge. Whether you’re a music lover, a busy believer, or someone looking to deepen your time with God, this conversation will uplift and equip you. 👉 Discover practical ways to connect with God through music 👉 Learn how worship songs can help you memorize and meditate on Scripture 👉 Be encouraged to build a rhythm of daily devotion—even if you’re starting small 🎧 Tune in now and reignite your love for both worship and the Word! For more about Michelle’s ministry and…

Pie has always been one of my favourite desserts. Fresh fruit, baked in sugar, and wrapped in a delicious crust is widely acceptable any time of the year for me. Why, there’s a pie for every season. Strawberry or strawberry rhubarb in the spring, peach or blueberry in the summer, apple in the fall, and pumpkin at Christmas. When my grandma and I went to a local diner for lunch, we’d end our meal sharing a coconut cream pie.  A quick Google search will show all the varieties of pie you could make for every month of the year, if you wanted. The one pie I didn’t see on the list though was humble pie. It’s not exactly a fan favourite. There’s a story in our church’s nursery called, “Franklin Fibs.” Franklin the Turtle had boasted to his friends that he could eat “Seventy-six flies in the blink of an…

On Monday, I received one of the greatest gifts a friend could give me – I watched the ultrasound of her little one growing in her womb. When you hear the announcement that someone is pregnant, you can register that there’s a baby in her womb, but the significance of that reality doesn’t necessarily impact you. Over time, you see her belly grow and months later, Lord willing, you can witness the baby for yourself. To be honest, for years, the hardest part of my own infertility was receiving pregnancy announcements. My heart was grateful the couple received this miracle, but a strong wave of grief for my own loss would hit me like a freight train. It would take a while to settle my emotions so I could rejoice through the process with the expectant mother. By God’s grace, I’ve been able to have peace and joy when I…

Many struggle with the purpose of prayer. Why pray if God already knows what you’re going to say? Does He even care about our prayers? I trust that today’s post is going to help you see just how much God cares about every single need we bring before Him and how His love made a way to bring them even closer to Him. From the time the Lord came down on Mount Sinai in thunder, lightning, loud trumpets, and dark smoke, the Israelites always had someone interceding on their behalf to the Lord because of their fear of Him. There were sacrifices that needed to be made by a priest on their behalf, then the priest would report things to the high priest. Then, once a year, the high priest would enter the most holy place to pray on behalf of the people and see if they still had God’s…

This morning’s Bible reading was in Numbers 21. As the Israelites were traveling through the wilderness toward the promised land and fighting battles along the way, “From there they went to Beer, the well the Lord told Moses about, ‘Gather the people so I may give them water.’ Then Israel sang this song: Spring up, well—sing to it!The princes dug the well;the nobles of the people hollowed it outwith a scepter and with their staffs.”(Numbers 21:16-18) Music has a powerful way of impacting memory. When I read, “Spring up, well – sing to it,” it made me think of an old song we used to sing at a Christian camp I attended as a child, called, I’ve Got a River of Life. The lyrics go like this, “I’ve got a river of life flowing out of me!Makes the lame to walk, and the blind to see.Opens prison doors, sets the captives free!I’ve got a…

Someone has hurt you, and the wound still stings. Maybe it’s betrayal, loss, or deep disappointment—and it’s left you carrying pain that feels too heavy to let go. But what if healing is closer than you think? In this powerful episode, we dive into the heart of reconciliation—how God, through Jesus, didn’t just make peace possible… He made it personal. If you’re longing to feel joy again, to love freely, and to walk in true peace, this message is for you. It’s time to stop living wounded and start living free. Come discover how the resurrection opened the door to your healing and wholeness. We’d love to hear your story! Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠in****************@***il.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Please share our podcast with your family and friends, and leave us a review. We greatly appreciate your support!

Does communion hold significance for you? Has it become a ritual you do in church or with friends or family to remember Christ’s death and forgiveness for you, or does it still reach the core of your heart when you take the bread and the cup? I think today’s post will help reignite a deeper meaning for you so when you gather for communion, those elements will resonate in a special way. “With the first lamb offer two quarts of fine flour mixed with one quart of oil from crushed olives, and a drink offering of one quart of wine.” (Exodus 29:40) On our social media channels, we’ve been looking at the prophetic laws and offerings that proved to be illustrations of Christ. Yesterday, we learned that in the daily offerings of the Old Testament law in Exodus 29, it required a year-old lamb, fine flour, oil, and wine. The…

Forward from Rachel Van Pelt – One of the greatest blessings I’ve been privileged to have in this life is to connect with many beautiful Christians around the world who are constantly living on mission for Jesus. Their letters always inspire me to grow my faith in Christ and share that with others. This week, I received one of those kinds of letters from my sister-in-love who works with a program called Keramiko Moms through Youth Unlimited in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Yes, my sister-in-love and I share the same name. It can get a little confusing when we’re together but it’s an honour all the same. My brother’s and her home is an almost constantly revolving door of community. It’s a fun house where you’re sure to find some epic shenanigans happening. It’s also a safe place to unload and share your burdens, and know you’ll be unconditionally loved. When…

Holy Spirit does amazing work in us through our times of suffering. It is here where our hearts are most exposed to Him. It’s where we see our need for a Saviour. It’s where we cry out in dependence and desperation. And it is here where we understand Jesus as our Redeemer.