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Compiled by Marissa Carpenter, Director of Marketing and Enrollment Wow! we joke. I wish I had two weeks off at Christmas, one week off at Easter and a whole summer off! Those teachers have the [...]

A Charlie Brown Mindset by Sue Batchelor Scripture: “And in the same region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And an angel of the Lord appeared [...]

By Blake Hiemstra, Central Valley Christian Middle School Principal In a country with a beleaguered economy, having a job is a gift.  Having a job that you love is a blessing.  Working in a place [...]

Do Not Weep by Ally Kornelis Scripture: “And when the Lord saw her, he had compassion on her and said to her, “Do not weep.’” Luke 7:13 These are difficult words to read recently. In fact, [...]

Reflections on Green Eggs & Ham by Larry Baker Scripture: “You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who [...]

The Unseen Company by Pat Rainbow Scripture: “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. [...]

Freedom by Jeff Atherton Scripture: “So if the Son sets you free, you are truly free.” John 8:36   When I think of the word “freedom,” one picture comes to mind. Well, to be accurate, not [...]

A Wake of Goodness by Alecia Vanden Berg Scripture:  The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it. Psalm 24:1   “It’s not my job.” “That’s not mine.” “Who [...]

The “Ultimate” for Others by Dennis Rietema Scripture: “He said to them, ‘Go into all the world and preach the good news to all creation.’” Mark 16:15 “But in your hearts set apart [...]

Living Like Roland by Jim Elsenbroek Scripture: Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let [...]