Laurie Stroud

August 2023 Giveaways

July 26, 2023

TO SAY THANK YOU for reading and supporting the businesses and organizations that advertise with Birmingham Christian Family(BCF) and make spreading Good News possible we have TWO GREAT GIVEAWAYS.  Receive a Family 4 Pack of Tickets to the Birmingham Baron’s Baseball Faith & Family Night August 18, 2023 sponsored by Birmingham Christian Family. Includes Friday …

3 Opportunities to be more Christ-Like

July 26, 2023

Encouraging Word Romans 8:29 says that it is God’s will for us to be like Jesus. “…He also predestined us to be conformed to the image of His Son…” Let’s focus on three areas that will help us to achieve this. We need to have a: clean heart; a clear mind; and a close walk. …

Back to School Pesto Pasta Salad

July 26, 2023

The Home Front Back to school season is here, which means you’re probably out shopping for your child’s school supplies and seeking out new clothes for their first day of school photos. You’ve bought the cute backpack, the colorful set of pens, and the stylish lunchbox to prepare them to return to the classroom. But …

A New Direction for CBS 42 Chief Meteorologist Ashley Gann

July 26, 2023

Special Feature After more than eight years at CBS 42, Chief Meteorologist Ashley Gann is headed to Auburn University.  Gann, who was the first female Chief Meteorologist in Alabama and is still the only one in the Magic City, will transition to a new role as the Public Information Officer of Auburn University’s Safety and …

Meet Adoptable Misty

July 26, 2023

The Family Pet Don’t let this big, goofy face trick you. Misty may look like she’d bring chaos and shenanigans into your world, but this girl holds the title of “unbothered queen.” Misty will calmly sit on her bed and spend the passing hours judging everyone that walks past. Other dogs? No problem. She will …

Alabama’s Carrington Hodge: America’s 2023 Distinguished Young Woman

July 26, 2023

Cover Story As she heard her name announced on stage as the winner of the 2023 Distinguished Young Woman of America competition, Carrington Hodge knew that several things had made the accomplishment possible. She reflected on the importance of her community, family, and faith in God as she prepared for the scholarship program and in …

Walking in God’s Plan

July 26, 2023

Miracle Moments Brought to you by: Molly Maid of Birmingham, www.mollymaid.com/birmingham  “Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and He will establish your plans.” Proverbs 16:3 Scarlet Stearns is a recent graduate of ASCEND, a support branch of Big Oak Ranch focused on serving young adults, ages 18-22 years old through spiritual, professional and personal …

Shepherding Outdoors: Three Dog Days

July 26, 2023

Best Books ‘For a long time now, I’ve been trying’ to figure out this ole rigamarole…’ (one of my favorite Chris LeDoux lines). That rigamarole being how to bond and connect with my girls as their father. They were locked into “Girl Meets World” and Taylor Swift. Then, add to that YouTube, bloggers, and apps, …

The Blessed Life

July 26, 2023

Best Books At the risk of asserting what may be self-evident, I propose that if one aspires to be a disciple of Jesus, one should continuously dwell on the teachings of Jesus as found in the Gospels. Being saved and being a disciple are not the same thing. While our redemption may be anchored in …

D-Life for Families

July 26, 2023

Best Books The foundation of the Christian faith begins with family. Discipleship begins in the home. It is a crucial aspect of the Christian faith, as Jesus has commanded us to make disciples. God instructed us to love Him and His commands and to teach His commands to our children. D-Life is a valuable tool …

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