Caryn & Jeremy in the Morning

Did you know your DNA can change? It's something we're learning firsthand as my brother prepares for a bone marrow transplant next month. Amazingly, if the donor's blood type is different, it could actually change my brother's DNA to match the donor's. This incredible medical process echoes a spiritual transformation we experience through Christ. Just as a transplant can rewrite someone's genetic...

Watching the men's gymnastics team snag a bronze at the Olympics, their first medal in 16 years, was absolutely thrilling. But what's even more incredible? The personal battles some of these athletes have fought. Take Stephen Nedoroscik, the pommel horse star who looks like Clark Kent. Despite having an eye condition that causes him to be cross-eyed and sensitive to light, Stephen feels his way th...

How many passwords do you have, and how many have you forgotten? It's funny how we try to secure everything, even our hearts, holding onto things like pain, regret, or unforgiveness. But why do we try to keep secrets from God? Psalm 139 reminds us that God knows us completely: our thoughts, our movements, even our unspoken words. He knows the 'passwords' to our hearts and the burdens we carry. Rea...

Did you know that after a bone marrow transplant, if you left blood at a crime scene, it could trace back to your donor, not you? That's exactly what the doctor told my brother, who's gearing up for a transplant due to his recent cancer diagnosis. Sounds like something straight out of a crime thriller - where the real perpetrator is nowhere near the crime! It makes me realize maybe I've been watch...

Have you ever felt like your prayers are just too big? That maybe they're going unheard? It's a feeling many of us share, especially when we've been praying about something important for a long time. During these moments of doubt, I often find comfort in Jeremiah 10:12, which reminds us, "God made the earth by His power, founded the world by His wisdom, and stretched out the heavens by His underst...

As parents of a child with autism, we know firsthand how every small win feels monumental. Like the story of Zoe, a five-year-old girl with autism who recently spoke for the first time. Her mom gave her a phone to play a simple game of I Spy, capturing what would become a heart-melting moment. During her game, Zoe recorded herself saying, "This is my beautiful mom. She's the best mom. I love her s...

Watching Olympic athletes compete and seeing the crowd’s enthusiasm is truly inspiring. But have you ever wondered if heaven cheers us on in a similar way? Interestingly, Jesus gives us an answer in Luke 15:10, where He says, "There is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents." That's the ultimate celebration! This passage reminds us that our spiritual efforts, our jour...

Most of us can admit that patience isn't our strongest suit, and I'm no exception. I have an uncle, though, who embodies patience. He remains calm under pressure and doesn't let his emotions get the best of him—even with strong opinions. Observing him, I'm reminded that this calmness and patience align closely with how God wants us to act. Ephesians 4:2 calls us to live "with all humility and gent...

Often, when you check out of a hotel, you might feel like you’re getting a little extra value by taking home those complimentary shampoos and conditioners. I'm definitely guilty of stocking up! But there’s something else you might not realize you can take: the Gideon Bible. Unlike towels and robes, these Bibles are meant to be taken if they can be of use. The Gideons place them in rooms exactly fo...