Autumn & Thanksgiving

Friendsgiving offers the opportunity for those who cannot celebrate Thanksgiving with family to participate with close friends and loved ones.

We’ve had our share of great dinner parties and disasters—and everything in between. We’ve left out key ingredients in dishes, forgotten to purchase beverages, and burned the main meat course beyond recognition while our kids have asked embarrassing questions or blurted out inappropriate comments. Hosting Thanksgiving can bring more angst because of family traditions and expectations. Before we get into concrete tips on how to make the day more fun and less stressful, let’s talk about six ways to reduce anxiety about hosting.

The best holiday is one in which we are as emotionally healthy as possible. That includes ridding my heart of perfectionism and focusing on the grace and mercy of Jesus.

Gratitude isn't about hailing the action performed but celebrating the soul behind the deed that needs to know they're seen and treasured.

If your heart feels heavy this Thanksgiving, you're not alone. These powerful verses bring comfort, perspective, and real reasons to give thanks.

When we give out food to the homeless, serve refugees in our community, stock the local food bank, or throw a party for foster kids, we are putting ourselves in places we likely don't naturally go. We get to hear from others who interact with people struggling under the weight of different social pressures, and our eyes can be opened to issues that we didn't know existed in our community. Our kids also get the chance to interact with a more diverse world, hearing the stories of people not just like them.

Maybe, like me, you are ready to relish this season and create some lasting memories with your precious daughter, but you need some ideas. Well, my sweet “girl momma” friend, you have come to the right place. Below, you will find merely a few ideas to get you started. Whether you have a sweet little miss or an adoring adult, there is something to meet every momma and daughter. But let me assure you, nothing is too crazy or costly, as this is more of a means to bond with your sweet girl, keeping it simple yet fun!

As Jesus followers, we can take the biblical theme of thankfulness and apply it to this American holiday, lifting our vision higher and finding even greater blessing in Christ. Here are 5 biblical Thanksgiving traditions to start this year.

As we near a holiday that calls us to be thankful, will you pause and invite God into the parts of your heart you have intentionally (or maybe unintentionally) walled off? The parts you don't share with anyone and hide from the rest of the world. There is no need to put on a brave face for Him. There is no need to shelter your grief. Hand it all over and surrender it all. Let Him meet you where you are today as you place your grief in His loving hands. Let that humble submission mark the beginning of your healing process.

Your bank account might not look like a field, but the same biblical truths apply. Here’s how to build a faithful, fruitful financial life rooted in the lessons of the harvest.

Tired of feeling like you never have enough? Learn how a posture of gratitude can reshape your spending, quiet comparison, and help you steward what God has already given you.

Usually, when October 31st is mentioned, most people think of Halloween, even many Christians, not realizing how this is a historic date in Church history and a day believers in Jesus Christ have much reason to celebrate. So what is Reformation Day? And why should we, as Christians, celebrate it, especially in America?

Discover how to embrace biblical hospitality without the stress by shifting your focus from perfection to genuine connection. Learn practical strategies to delegate, invite contribution, and maintain realistic expectations for a more joyful and rejuvenating hosting experience.

Cultivate a deeper sense of thankfulness in your children with creative, festive practices like a Praise Pumpkin, Gratitude Tree, or a "I Am Thankful for..." Tablecloth. These simple, engaging activities foster a lifelong habit of gratitude and spiritual connection.

Sick of saying “I’ll start tomorrow”? This faith-first fitness guide shows you how to crush that lie and feel better body, mind, and soul.