Jenny Bender

View Full Post   Have you ever felt like you were stuck, pouring your heart into a dream that seems just out of reach? Rory McIlroy certainly knows that struggle. After nearly eleven years without a major win, he could’ve let discouragement take over. Instead, he kept practicing, competing, and refused to give up, even when victory felt far away. His journey to winning the Masters is a powerful reminder of the importance of patience, persistence, and perseverance in our lives. As James 1:4 reminds us, “Let perseverance…

View Full Post   Another April Fool’s Day has come & gone, and hopefully you made it through unscathed by any pranks. I love a good joke, but let’s be honest: does anyone really enjoy being the butt of a joke or made to look…

View Full Post   Have you ever found yourself in a tight spot, wondering how you'd make ends meet or where your next meal would come from? It's in those moments of uncertainty that we often forget just how faithful God…

View Full Post   Have you ever felt overwhelmed by life’s challenges? It's easy to feel like we're carrying the weight of the world on our shoulders. In 2 Corinthians 12:9, Paul shares a powerful truth: that God's grace…

View Full Post   Life can throw some pretty tough challenges our way, can’t it? When we’re faced with hardships, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and think about giving up. But in those moments, it’s crucial to remember that…

View Full Post   Last week, we observed the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Although nearly 60 years have passed since his death, his messages continue to inspire and challenge people to love God and love others.…

View Full Post   Winter weather is polarizing...some people love it; others hate it. Nevertheless, it’s hard to deny how pretty everything looks when it’s snowing. Winter is my favorite season, and few things in life bring…

View Full Post   Welcome to a new year! As we turn the page to 2025, the New Year offers us a chance to wipe the slate clean and begin anew. In 2 Corinthians 5:17, we read, “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation…

View Full Post   Does anyone else find it hard to believe that Christmas is next week?! It’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle, isn’t it? Between the shopping, decorating, and all the planning, we can sometimes…

View Full Post   What's in a name? So goes the famous line from Shakespeare's legendary play, "Romeo & Juliet." But...what IS in a name, anyway? Jesus' birth was foretold in Isaiah 7:14, saying that Mary (the virgin) would…