Bouncing Students

A group of approximately 30 young adults stands on a stage, smiling and posing for a photo in formal and semi-formal attire. Behind them is a screen displaying the word "ARISE." Green plants are at the front of the stage, and dark curtains drape in the background.

David Asscherick Bouncing Students

A pastor. A physical therapist. A builder. An investment banker. Since its inception, ARISE has attracted diverse groups of people, and this...

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James Rafferty Obstinate Prayer

The word obstinate has a bad rap. The dictionary definition is: Refusing to give up or let go; persevering obstinately Refusing to give up or let go. Persevering. Insistently repetitive...

A serene mountain lake is surrounded by dense evergreen forests. Mountains in the background are shrouded in mist. The lake's glassy surface reflects the trees and sky, creating a mirror-like effect. Soft sunlight filters through, illuminating the tranquil scene.

Risë Rafferty, RDN Adaptability

“The measure of intelligence is the ability to change,” said Albert Einstein. Others of comparable IQ have defined intelligence similarly, as the...

Two people are shaking hands, but their fingers are interlocked in a way that resembles an arm-wrestling grip rather than a traditional handshake. One person is wearing a light-colored suit, and the other is in a dark-colored suit, both against a plain white background.

Ty Gibson Conservative or Liberal?

“Your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying, ‘This is the way, walk in it,’ whenever you turn to the right...

A painting depicting two people sitting on a ledge at dusk. The person on the left appears to be draped in dark clothing, while the person on the right is illuminated with a halo-like glow. The background features a serene, blue-toned cityscape.

David Kim The Nicodemus Society

I was heart-converted in November 2008 after 36 years growing up “in the church.” With this heart-conversion came a deep longing to...

A figure shrouded in flowing bandages emerges from a dimly lit cave into a brilliant, blinding light, creating a dramatic and ethereal scene. The surroundings suggest ancient, mystical, or resurrection themes. Dust and debris are illuminated by the glowing light.

Ty Gibson Resurrection Remix

The resurrection of Jesus was not an arbitrary act of God. Rather, it was the definitive conquest of other-centered love over the...

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James Rafferty The Love Factor

When I first came to Christ I knew very little about the Bible. I said a simple sinner’s prayer, experienced God’s boundless...

An abstract image featuring swirling patterns in various shades of blue and white. The circular design resembles a whirlpool or galaxy, with darker blue accents and light speckles dispersed throughout. The overall effect is ethereal and calming.

Risë Rafferty, RDN Moldy Mary

Mary Hunt worked for the Department of Agriculture’s Northern Regional Research Laboratory (NRRL) in Peoria, Illinois in the early 1940s. She had...

A lone sheep stands on a grassy hill under a bright blue sky with wispy white clouds. The foreground is blurred, focusing on the sheep as it looks into the distance.

Fred Bischoff Who Am I?

It’s a loaded question, one that probes my very existence. Jesus faced it (John 8:24-25, 28). When I face it, I usually...

A person with long hair flipping dramatically is in a room with books suspended in mid-air around them. They are standing in front of a window with closed blinds, conveying a feeling of motion and chaotic energy.

Risë Rafferty, RDN Stressed-out Kinds

It takes all kinds, or so the saying goes. While the it in this statement has the potential of referring to options...

A group of individuals in striped uniforms is seated outdoors, engaging with a man in a suit who appears to be distributing papers. More people in similar uniforms are gathered in the background, sitting in front of a hedge with colorful fabrics draped overhead.

James Rafferty Setting Prisoners Free

In 2014 God blessed Light Bearers Ministry in a number of ways, one of which was the ability to send out an...

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Elise Harboldt Evange-Baggage

“I hate evangelism!” my friend Edward said as he wrinkled his nose in disgust. “No you don’t,” I said. “You just don’t...

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