Five Ways to Stay Focused in Prayer
by Alex Hanson on January 26th, 2026
Have you ever sat down to pray and found it nearly impossible to stay still? Maybe your thoughts jump from one topic to another, or every small noise and notification feels like a distraction pulling you away. What you intended to be a quiet, focused moment with God quickly turns into a battle to keep your mind present.The truth is, our brains are constantly shifting, and in today’s world we take ...  Read More
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Why Prayer Is Foundational to Following Jesus
by Alex Hanson on January 12th, 2026
As believers in Christ, our ultimate goal is to continually become more like Jesus. We pursue this by studying who He is and by practicing the rhythms He modeled in His life. Scripture reading, Sabbath, and service are all essential practices we can intentionally implement. But if we truly want to learn how to live, love, and lead like Jesus, we must recognize that prayer is not optional—it is fou...  Read More
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Scripture Deep Dive: The Parable of the Rich Fool
by Alex Hanson on December 15th, 2025
In this blog post, we take a meaningful look at the parable of the rich fool in Luke 12—one of Scripture’s most sobering teachings on wealth, contentment, and eternal perspective. Inside, you’ll find helpful background on the book of Luke, several translations of the passage, and insights drawn from trusted commentaries. And when you’re ready to reflect personally, we’ve included a simple, guided ...  Read More
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Scripture Deep Dive: The Parable of the Persistent Widow
by Alex Hanson on December 2nd, 2025
In this blog post, we take a meaningful look at the parable of the lost sheep in Luke 15—one of Scripture’s most beautiful reminders of God’s heart for every single person. Inside, you’ll find helpful background on the book of Luke, several translations of the passage, and insights gathered from trusted commentaries. And when you’re ready to reflect personally, we’ve included a simple, guided form...  Read More
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Scripture Deep Dive: The Parable of the Lost Sheep
by Alex Hanson on November 18th, 2025
In this blog post, we take a meaningful look at the parable of the lost sheep in Luke 15—one of Scripture’s most beautiful reminders of God’s heart for every single person. Inside, you’ll find helpful background on the book of Luke, several translations of the passage, and insights gathered from trusted commentaries. And when you’re ready to reflect personally, we’ve included a simple, guided form...  Read More
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How I Grew in Faith as a College Student
by Taylor Cole on October 28th, 2025
I think I speak for most 18-year-olds when I say that the thought of college is scary. This was definitely my experience. However, I am fortunate to say I was raised by faith-filled parents who taught me the importance of finding a good church and a Godly friend group when I got to school. I’m also blessed to say my first Sunday at college, I found Sunnybrook and a great group of people to attend ...  Read More
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