Bishop Oswald 
Some days, the battle feels obvious. You wake up already tired. Your mind feels heavy. Temptation whispers. Fear creeps in. Other days, everything looks fine on the outside, yet something inside you feels off, uneasy, distracted, unsettled. As believers, we’ve all been there. I’ve learned that not every battle shows up with warning signs. Many … Read more
There are pains we expect people to understand, serious illnesses, visible injuries, major life crises. And then there are the quiet struggles. The ones that don’t always look serious to others but still affect your daily life. Allergies fall into that category. Sneezing that won’t stop. Congestion that makes it hard to breathe. Itchy eyes. … Read more
There are few losses as deep, personal, and life-altering as losing a mother. A mother’s love is often the first place we experience safety, comfort, and unconditional care. When she’s gone, the world can suddenly feel unfamiliar, quieter, heavier, and painfully empty. If you are walking through this kind of grief, I want you to … Read more
There’s a moment many of us experience almost every morning. Our husbands grab their keys, maybe their lunch, maybe their phone, and head out the door. We smile, say goodbye, and watch them go. But deep down, there’s a quiet prayer in our hearts: Lord, please watch over him today. As wives, we carry a … Read more
There is something sacred about praying for your husband. It’s not always loud. Sometimes it’s whispered through tears. Other times it’s spoken with gratitude, hope, and deep trust in God. As wives, we often see the parts of our husbands that no one else sees the pressure, the fears, the responsibilities they carry quietly. Prayer … Read more
There is a unique ache that settles in a parent’s heart when their child is hurting. You can feel it in your chest. You see it in their eyes. You hear it in the silence they didn’t have before. When your son’s heart is broken, it can leave you feeling helpless, wanting to fix it, … Read more
There are moments when a place becomes more than just a location on a map. It becomes a burden on our hearts. Texas is one of those places right now. For many of us, Texas represents home, wide open skies, strong communities, deep faith, and resilient people. For others, it’s a state they’ve never visited … Read more
There are moments when my faith feels deeply personal. Quiet prayers. A Bible open on the kitchen table. Worship music playing softly while I sip my coffee. It’s easy to forget that, for millions of believers around the world, following Jesus is not quiet or safe. It is dangerous. Costly. Painful. While we gather freely … Read more
Living alone can feel like freedom one day and loneliness the next. Some evenings are peaceful and full of rest. Others are quiet in a way that aches. If you live alone, you already know this rhythm. The house is yours. The silence is real. And sometimes, your thoughts are louder than you want them … Read more
There’s something special about the bond between siblings, especially when it comes to brothers. A brother can be your protector, your partner in childhood mischief, your quiet supporter, or sometimes the one who drives you crazy and still holds a permanent place in your heart. No matter what your relationship looks like right now, one … Read more