Author: Matthew Ruttan
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New Song – “From Heaven to Earth”
Here’s my latest song, “From Heaven to Earth.” Recorded live at Westminster on December 4th. To me, music can inspire dreams because it puts wings on words.
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Why letting your kids struggle is good parenting
The opposite of good parenting is doing the easy thing in the short term. Now don’t get me wrong. There’s a certain parenting high when we just “let kids be kids,” stay up late, go for the sugary cereal, and wear pajamas all Saturday. I love all the ways we can have fun and build…
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Introducing TheUpDevo.com, your daily partner for a practical faith Today
Life is tough. So do you want to get up, look up and be up? If so, the “Up!” daily devo can be your daily partner for a more practical faith Today.
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The Curious Origins of Halloween
Every October 31st we cake on cheap make-up, forego our “don’t talk to strangers” rule, and pile in more chocolate than Augustus Gloop. Yup, Halloween. But it seems to be getting weirder… and more gruesome. So what are it’s origins anyway? Turns out, it’s a curious tale. Here’s some background from my friend and fellow-pastor…
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How to quickly become the perfect husband and improve your wife’s life without changing anything you’re already doing
If you want to quickly become the perfect husband, this is for you. (And if you see through this title, this is for you). And if you know your wife’s life is complex and want to help… this is for you too.
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The Giving List
I asked you to answer this question: What is 1 thing you’ve done that has helped or served someone in a practical way? This blog is what you sent in. Wow.
