Sharing the extraordinary things God has done in our lives.

Author: Randy Grathen

  • Clean Underwear and Ibuprofen…

    Clean Underwear and Ibuprofen…

    …and the Joy of Good Clean Fun. Story by Laurie Grathen Growing up in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, some of my most vivid good memories of my teen years involved the Rollaire Roller Skating Rink. It was just a few blocks from my house, and as a preteen and teen, it was the place to hang out, Read more

  • I Can’t Do This Alone – It’s Not About Me

    I Can’t Do This Alone – It’s Not About Me

    Well folks, I’ve run out of stories/testimonials about God’s goodness and miraculous interventions in my life. I’ve shared my thoughts about my relationship with God and how I believe He guides us, loves us, disciplines us, applies His amazing grace and forgiveness towards us in our daily lives. How He will never leave us nor Read more

  • The Dream

    The Dream

    Story by Michele Rose Have you ever wanted to do something so badly but felt it was difficult to know where to start? If you’re nodding your head right now, then keep reading. About 10 years ago I took time off to write my memoir. But before I finished, my first born died—unexpectedly. So, I Read more

  • Faith in Marriage

    Faith in Marriage

    By Carol Mithers Is a common spiritual bond critical to marital health and happiness? When Liz Hammer began dating her husband, Brian, at 21, in so me ways it was an improbable pairing. Liz was bubbly and outgoing, Brian quiet and reserved. At a party she was apt to work the room while he sat Read more

  • A Lesson in “Suffering”

    A Lesson in “Suffering”

    Story by Kristine Barnes In August 2020 serious arthritis in my left thumb became really irritating. I had a friend with a similar problem who recommended her hand-doctor. I made an appointment with him, and he gave me a cortisone shot which really helped! Both the swelling in joint and the pain level decreased a Read more

  • What next, human sacrifices on stage?

    What next, human sacrifices on stage?

    February 5th, 2023 Grammy awards. Story by Randy Grathen Unless you’re a card-carrying Satan worshiper, a “Luciferian” you cannot for one minute think that the Grammys song-and-dance routine, (sponsored by Pfizer no less) was merely entertainment. It was a message to America. Everyone in the audience was wearing lighted horn headbands and the actors were Read more

  • Thus Says The Lord…

    Thus Says The Lord…

    Story by Don Allen Reading this from one year ago today. This was at the beginning of the worst attack I have ever been a part of as a minister. It’s awesome to look back now at how it truly worked! No, it was not easy but so worth it! God was my defender! I Read more

  • A Changed Life

    A Changed Life

    Story by: Scotty Gray It was a “typical” Sunday in the early 90s on which a young lady approached me after service – I was in my early 30s, she in her late 20s. She tapped me on the shoulder and, with a look of appreciation, said, “I know you – you changed my life!” Read more

  • The Great Physician.

    The Great Physician.

    Story by: Renee Johnson. Our oldest son Ryland had his tonsils and adenoids removed because they were blocking his airway. About 12 days into his recovery he had a large bleeding episode. He needed emergency surgery to stop the bleeding and recovered well after that. About two months later his doctor determined that he needed Read more

  • Trusting the Lord – for He is Good and Faithful

    Trusting the Lord – for He is Good and Faithful

    Story by Tina Kissane These last few months have taken a toll, I’m embarrassed to admit. Embarrassed because my perception is others will scoff “don’t sweat the small stuff”. Well, this small stuff pushed me to the very edge. Trying something new, I gave two specific troubles to the Lord, asking for the ability to Read more