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God As A Kid in The Young Messiah

Anitra Parmele
1 Mar 2016
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So what was it like to raise the Son of God? When He was learning to walk, did He know He had made the flowers his feet crushed? Was He popular? Did He make childhood friends? Is it at all telling that no one ever steps forward claiming to be His best friend after His public ministry is launched? What did being fully man and fully God look like in the body and life of a seven-year-old Jesus? “The Young Messiah” in theaters around the country on March 11, begins with these words: Inspired by Scripture and rooted in history, […]

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Sensere Brings Their Music Outside Church Walls to the People

Melissa Presser
2 Feb 2016
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Although small beginnings is where Sensere may have started, the appropriately titled name for this humble band is certainly far beyond where they are now. A melodic infusion of gospel, R&B, jazz and neo-soul, Sensere is focused on living out God’s vision by taking their music from the church to the world. The band, started in 2003 by James Wright, began with a small seed, an idea and desire to bring the word of God alive through soulful music. “I wanted to do something exactly like my dad.” said James Wright, founding member of Sensere. Wright’s father, Bishop James Wright […]

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Going Up to Jerusalem

Dr. Susan Michael
1 Feb 2016
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The city of Jerusalem is the highlight of any pilgrimage to the Holy Land. It is not just a city that has some 4,000 years of history, making it one of the oldest cities on earth, but it is mentioned 806 times in the Bible with names as beautiful as “City of God,” “Joyful City” and “Desired One.” Jerusalem in Hebrew is Yerushalayim and is often translated as “City of Peace.” It is situated on the southern Judean plateau, which at its highest point is 2,500 feet above sea level. Just 37 miles west of Jerusalem is the Mediterranean Sea, […]

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St. Valentine, a Man who Stood Firm

Penni Bulten
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Romance, candy, cards and dates are, to many in our culture, what Valentine’s Day is all about. As children, many remember making valentine mailboxes or bags and bringing valentines for the other children in the class. Wives and girlfriends often expect a special date or treat from their husbands or boyfriends on this day and complain to the guy who doesn’t come through. The reason for the connection between the first Saint Valentine and the romantic side of life is a story in itself, one of a true believer who stood for the right to marry in a culture that […]

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Urban Meyer Releases Above the Line on Leadership

Carl Foster
5 Jan 2016
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Ohio State’s Coach Urban Meyer started defense of his 2014 National Championship run coming out of the gate strong, rolling up a record 23 straight wins this year before Big Ten rival, Michigan State, ended the perfect run, 17-14, in late November. Michigan State went on to win the Big Ten and advance to the College Football Playoff Final Four with Alabama, Oklahoma and top ranked Clemson. The Buckeyes will miss a chance to compete in the Final Four, finishing #6 in the country. Instead, Urban will get a date against Notre Dame’s Fighting Irish at the Fiesta Bowl on […]

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Taylor’s Closet Mentors Teen Girls

Gabriella Morris
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Taylor’s closet is a unique boutique where girls can shop for free designer clothing and more. Their mission is to create a community in which girls in need will be empowered to break the cycle of abuse and neglect to live happy, healthy and productive lives, realizing their God-given destiny. Designed by Linda Giambattista and her daughter Lindsay in memory of Lindsay’s twin sister Taylor, who died at birth, Taylor’s Closet now serves as a mentoring center where they engage girls in a healthy dialogue about important issues that affect each of their lives. Through a program called Awaken, girls […]

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Do You Hear What I Hear?

Steve Davis
1 Dec 2015
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  It will surely happen: I know it! Promptly on January 1, 2016, the annual countdown will begin! Sometime during that day, without warning, a cheery, sweet voice will indubitably say, “Only 11 more months to Christmas dear!” It happens every year, and then…all year.   My Christmas fanatic! I live with a Christmas fanatic, a holiday zealot, an ardent Adventist! She’s wholeheartedly committed and engaged with the impact and message of the Christmas season…and can’t seem to get enough of it! Yes, Christmas in July is something like the beginning of the runway toward the November takeoff into the […]

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Finding Noah – A Documentary about Discovery

Finley Walker
11 Nov 2015
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The documentary, “Finding Noah: An Adventure of Faith” aired as a special event in theaters in October. You may be thinking, “You know what (in an English accent), documentaries are just not my cup of tea.” To which I would say, “Hey friend, this isn’t your local café; this is the film review section! Besides, don’t think about it as tea; think about it as that nice, refreshing chocolate beverage from your childhood that you forgot you liked, so you decided to buy a whole case of it.” My point is, sometimes documentaries have this uncanny ability to unlock the […]

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The Impact of High School Sports

Gabriella Morris
6 Nov 2015
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Whatever the sport of choice, many students dedicate 10 hours or more each week to participation in high school athletics, but is this time well spent? The Aspen Institute Project Play compiled the following facts from different studies on the benefits of sports on students: “When researchers from RWJF/Harvard/NPR asked about the positive effects playing sports has had for their children, they pointed to physical health (88%), giving the child something to do (83%), teaching discipline or dedication (81%), teaching how to get along with others (78%), mental health (73%), social life (65%), skills to help in future schooling (56%), […]

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Producer Kevin Downes Shares His Passion for Faith & Film

Finley Walker
6 Oct 2015
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  California native, Kevin Downes (“Moms’ Night Out,” “Courageous,” “Like Dandelion Dust”) has over 16 years’ experience as an actor, writer, producer, and director. Most recently, Kevin co-wrote and starred in “Faith of Our Fathers” as lead protagonist John Paul. In his upcoming project, “Woodlawn,” which is scheduled to release in October, Kevin will play the role of a reporter. A man with many hats to wear, Kevin is also a loving husband and father, so it goes without saying that he is a busy guy. Nonetheless, Kevin was kind enough to take a few moments and chat with Good […]

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