Laurie Stroud
5 Truths about Prayer
Encouraging Word The dictionary says prayer is a solemn request for help or expression of thanks addressed to God. Prayer is conversation. I’m reminded of the old hymn, “Have a Little Talk with Jesus.” Prayer is communication meaning to exchange information that requires listening and understanding. Prayer is also communion meaning to have fellowship. Prayer …
What is God’s Story for Investing?
Money Matters In all of Christian life, we have two competing stories in front of us that shape the way we view concepts like investing. First, we have God’s story, rooted in the Bible. God’s story helps us move beyond just financial returns—to the how, who, and why behind our investment strategies. Alternatively, the world’s …
A Foundation of Faith: Parrot Structural Services LLC
Faith @ Work “The Right Way is the Only Way,” is the motto by which local and woman owned Parrot Structural Services LLC has been doing business by for twenty years. Owner Joan Maas shares that her husband, Mike, has worked in the foundation repair industry throughout his career. “In 2004, we were inspired to …
God, Family, Firm: Steven Mezrano
Cover Story Whether it’s talking to a client, serving in his church, or working with his wife and children on the family farm, Birmingham lawyer Steven Mezrano is committed to living a life that reflects his Christian faith. He quickly lets you know that his priorities in life are tiered–first, God; then, family; followed by …
Pressing Toward the Goal at Big Oak Ranch
Miracle Moments Brought to you by: Molly Maid of Birmingham, www.mollymaid.com/birmingham “Therefore if you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any common sharing in the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind.” …
You Can See Him
Best Books In an uncertain world, children need God more than ever. In her latest book, You Can See Him, Little Eyes Looking at a Big God, Birmingham author Anna Nash, known affectionately as “Nanna Anna,” draws upon her extensive experience as an author, speaker, and teacher to address the challenge of conveying the complexities …
