Neighborhood News
A New Excuse Not to Love My Neighbor
In my continual quest to find an exception clause or asterisk to Christ’s Second Greatest Command, I have a new excuse I’m sure the Lord has never heard before: “My neighborhood is a ghost town.” Literally. I live on a guest ranch in Colorado where the cabins are...
How to Love Your Neighbor at Work
Guest Post by Peggy Bodde God doesn't divide our days into "sacred" and "secular" blocks of time. In His Kingdom, everything is spiritual. Every moment is an opportunity to show others the love of Christ, in your neighborhood or at your workplace. My dear friend...
Let’s write some books!
It was 2013 when I was first introduced to this talented, insightful, and godly woman. Blythe Daniel of The Blythe Daniel Agency is super sharp, well connected, and highly respected in the Christian publishing world. She knows this industry inside out, from blogging...
How to Love Your Neighbor When You’re A Perfectionist
Guest Post by Heather Owen A friend of a friend who became a friend of my own, Heather shares a love for her neighbor with a humble (and hilarious) heart. She's super smart yet approachable, a rare combination of wisdom and kindness you'd love to live next door to...
Part 3: How to Love Your Neighbor IN ONE VERSE
This is the third in a three part series that uses 1 Peter 3:15 to answer the question, "HOW do I love my neighbor without being weird?" Follow on the blog, Instagram and Facebook.BUT… did you notice that 1 Peter 3:15 begins in the middle of a sentence? The first word...
Part 2: How to Love Your Neighbor IN ONE VERSE
This is the second in a three part series that uses 1 Peter 3:15 to answer the question, "HOW do I love my neighbor without being weird?" Follow on the blog, Instagram and Facebook.What fills our heart will overflow. The people living around us sincerely hope we’re...
Neighborhood Cafe Bible Study Recommendations
How to Love Your Hurting Neighbor
Guest post by Sarah Beckman Last year, as I was finalizing plans for my book release, working harder than ever to balance work demands and family needs, I went through a very dark, personal trial. I prayed every way I knew how, and confided in a handful of trusted...
Books that Build Relationships: Alongside
If any of you have gone through a trial, you understand the impact others have on your healing process. You may have also experienced the tough conversations that were more harmful than helpful. We are all imperfect in the area of comforting others which is why we...
Books that Build Relationships: the year of small things
Warning: by living a “radical faith” you may start a mini-revolution in your neighborhood. As I read the charges from Christ in Matthew 25 to feed the hungry, to welcome the stranger, to clothe the poor, and visit those in prison, I begin to feel a sense of guilt. I...
Recipes
Soup-er Bowl Party!
If you've been waiting for the perfect excuse to love your neighbor, it's coming up soon! On Sunday, February 5 at 6:30 PM EST on FOX, the New England Patriots will take on the Atlanta Falcons in Super Bowl LI. This is one day when everyone loves football! Host a...
Amy’s Tuscan Bean Soup
This soup is simple and hearty, and very healthy! It's vegan and can be made gluten-free, and I promise you won't miss a thing. Serve with a salad and bread for a delicious meal. Amy's Tuscan Bean Soup Saute in a large stock pot over medium heat for 5...
Joan’s Apple and Pear Pies
I met Joan through this ministry, and she often sends me endearing emails about her neighbors. She and her husband have chosen their home because of the needs of their immediate neighbors and their community. They are homeowners and landlords, active volunteers and...