Sheryl Hofmeister

This time of year is when we hear about and celebrate the birth of Jesus. As Christians, we all know the story but there is one person in the story that, kind of, gets left...

Thanksgiving is tomorrow, and I find myself in the unique position of spending it without my family. Circumstances led us to this different situation, and while I’m not upset about it, it is a...

In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it’s easy to forget the incredible gifts that surround us, graciously given by our loving God. Today, let’s take a moment to enjoy the sheer...

What is in your mind, heart, and expectations as you enter a worship service? Each of us carry assumptions about why we are there, what we are there to do, and why it’s important...

“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly. I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.” John...

As many of you know, Gloria and I, along with four other believers, took a 15 day trip to Israel.  We found Israel and the Israeli people to be warm and endearing.  Our Israeli...

Psalm 119:73  Your hands have made and fashioned me. Psalm 139:14 I praise You for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are Your works; my soul knows it very well. My husband, Joel,...

“Finally brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these...

Isaiah 40:8 NIV  “The grass withers and the flowers fall,     but the Word of our God endures forever.”  Fall is my favorite time of year! The color changes of the trees, the cooler nights, the sweaters, and sweatshirts....

I first heard the song “The Blessing” at a women’s retreat a few years ago. At first, I did not like it! The lyrics include “May His favor be upon you for a thousand...