A Faithful Presence in a Fractured World

By Richard Parrish | February 15, 2026 |

We don’t have to look far to notice fractures. They show up in public discourse and private conversations, in families and congregations, in social media feeds and at dinner tables.  Tension has become so familiar that many of us no longer ask why things feel divided—we simply brace ourselves for the next moment of misunderstanding…

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Waiting With Confidence

By Richard Parrish | May 12, 2025 |

“Yet, I am confident I will see the Lord’s goodness while I am here in the land of the living. Wait patiently for the Lord. Be brave and courageous. Yes, wait patiently for the Lord.” – Psalm 27:13-14 (NLT)  Holding on to confidence, even in dark times, is possible—with proper focus.  The psalmist wrote these…

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Waiting With Hope

By Richard Parrish | April 28, 2025 |

“For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us. For the creation waits with eager longing for the revealing of the sons of God.” – Romans 8:18-19 -(ESV).  Waiting isn’t easy—and it’s rarely comfortable.  Struggles, conflicts, and trials often make…

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How Long, O Lord?

By Richard Parrish | April 21, 2025 |

“How long, O Lord? Will you forget me forever? How long will you hide your face from me?” – Psalm 13:1(ESV).  Is it just me—or does God sometimes feel slow when we need Him to move fast?   Perhaps I’ve become too comfortable with expecting quick solutions. After all, today’s tech-driven world doesn’t just offer convenience—it…

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