Jenny Bender

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 is sufficient for us, and that His power is made perfect in our weakness. It’s a comforting reminder that it's okay to feel weak. In fact, it’s often in those moments of vulnerability that we can experience God's strength most profoundly. Think about those times when you’ve been at your lowest. Maybe…

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…

View Full Post   As we approach Thanksgiving, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by the hustle and bustle of the season. The pressure to create the perfect meal, host family gatherings, and juggle holiday shopping can sometimes…

View Full Post   I’m writing this on the morning of Election Day, and at this point, there’s so much that we don’t yet know...who will win, what will happen, where we’re headed, etc. This election season has felt longer…

View Full Post   “If my wounds could tell one story, let it be a testimony that You don't leave me where I've been.” That’s one of my favorite lines in the Big Daddy Weave song, “Let It Begin.” Healing is something that…