GOOD NEWS STORIES
How to Enjoy and Follow Jesus
in Happening in the Church, Men, Faith, Women, Where Hope Comes From
What if discipleship was easier than you think? In his new book, Threads, Pastor Kirk Freeman explores a new way to look at discipleship and how it can be woven into your daily life.
March 19, 2024 By Kirk Freeman
The Inward Yes – Be Still and Know He is God
in Education, Family, Faith, Where Hope Comes From, Hurts, Habits, Hangups
This devotional explores Psalm 46:10, highlighting its relevance in the modern world of busyness and deadlines. Drawing from the story of Mary and Martha underscores the value of spending time in God's presence.
March 18, 2024 By Dana Michea Marquez
Alarming Number of Minors Caught in Sex Trafficking – Ransomed Life Answers the Call
in Family, Faith, Social Issues, Where Hope Comes From, Hurts, Habits, Hangups
Seventy-nine thousand (79,000) – the number of minors involved in sex trafficking in Texas, according to a study by the University of Texas. While the amount seems large to the layperson, it under-represents the problem, says Sarassa Inglis.
March 14, 2024 By Amy Morgan
God & Our Dogs – Walking with Christ
in Pets, Family, Faith, Entertainment, Where Hope Comes From
Scott Kaeppel, President of Kaeppel Consulting tells stories of his Great Pyrenees and rescue dogs. Through them we gain a deep understanding of Walking with Christ and our Dogs. Ah-ha moments include… listening to instructions… work complete?… and f
March 12, 2024 By Meg Grier
My Grief is Not Like Yours
in Faith, Health & Wellness, Women, Where Hope Comes From, Hurts, Habits, Hangups
“I needed a book that hit me as hard as I’d been hit, so I wrote it.” -Theo Boyd “Writing this book was my healing. Now, I am finding that it is helping to heal others. That gives me the fuel I need to power my purpose.
March 12, 2024 By Theo Boyd
The Inward Yes – Allowing Yourself Grace
in Education, Family, Faith, Where Hope Comes From, Hurts, Habits, Hangups
On her deathbed, memories came rushing back—memories she had forgotten about, memories from her childhood all the way up to the recent present. She remembered the good: her family vacations with her parents, vacations with her husband and children,
March 11, 2024 By Dana Michea Marquez
Defenders of the Fatherless
in Happening in the Church, Family, Faith, Where Hope Comes From, Hurts, Habits, Hangups
Discover how 1HOPE for Kids provides hope for foster children in South-Central Texas. Learn how you can become a "Defender" to help support a child.
March 7, 2024 By April Lynn Newell
Christian Business Offers Window to Pure Religion
in Family, Faith, Community-minded Partners, Social Issues, Where Hope Comes From
Discover how Gleam Team combines exterior home cleaning services with a commitment to community and faith. With a focus on quality and compassion, they bring light and restoration to homes while supporting widows and foster families.
March 5, 2024 By April Lynn Newell
The Inward Yes – Let Every Breath Praise the Lord!
in Family, Faith, Where Hope Comes From, Hurts, Habits, Hangups
Anxiety attacks. Hyperventilation starts happening. The heart starts palpitating. Blood pressure starts increasing. The face starts turning red as the body struggles for air. Great heaves push the stomach in and out as the spine contracts.
March 4, 2024 By Dana Michea Marquez
Reviving the Spirit: Unite San Antonio Offers Oasis for Weary Ministry Leaders
in Happening in the Church, Faith, Happenings, Where Hope Comes From, Hurts, Habits, Hangups
Ministry can feel solitary, but Unite offers solace. Unite, led by Pastor Joel Garza, brings Spiritual Leaders together for worship, prayer, and mutual support. Join the next gathering on Thursday, March 21, 1024, at Tectonic.
March 1, 2024 By April Lynn Newell
God & Our Dogs — Ah Ha Moments and Relationships
in Pets, Family, Faith, Entertainment, Where Hope Comes From
Carol & Mike Schultz, Hill Country Home and Land, share stories of childhood dogs and family dogs lead us to see that relationships build though many Ah Ha moments including: scraggly appearances, distinct voices, immediate responses, protectors, and
February 28, 2024 By Meg Grier
The Inward Yes — The Power of Confession
in Faith, Where Hope Comes From
In my car, amid worship music and tears, I faced a relentless personal battle. Exhausted, I confided in a friend, confronting self-condemnation and shame. Prompted by the Holy Spirit, I confessed, finding solace and forgiveness, bringing peace and re
February 26, 2024 By Dana Michea Marquez
From Hearts to Homes: Meeting Seniors' Needs with Compassion
in Happening in the Church, Seniors, Family, Faith, Where Hope Comes From
There may not be another ministry quite like King’s Compassion. Volunteers and staff bring the love of Jesus to impoverished seniors in San Antonio, providing essentials, support, and hope for those in need.
February 22, 2024 By April Lynn Newell
The Inward Yes — Growth
in Faith, Where Hope Comes From
Knowing their child is growing up is the most brutal realization for any parent. Watching them put away their Barbie dolls, stuffed animals, nerf guns, and Legos. Losing interest in their childhood toys.
February 19, 2024 By Dana Michea Marquez
20,000 Eggs Lead to Jesus
in Happening in the Church, Young Adults, Family, Faith, Where Hope Comes From
Discover how AGORA Ministries impacts Westside San Antonio through its annual Easter egg hunt, meals, and outreach events. You can experience God firsthand by volunteering for this amazing event.
February 20, 2024 By April Lynn Newell
The Beacon Offers Opportunities for You to Experience God
in Happening in the Church, Faith, Community-minded Partners, Social Issues, Happenings
In a recent interview on KDRY's Rising Higher radio program, Duke Jonietz, Co-Publisher and Community Engagement Director of The Beacon, joined Pastor Randy Garcia of Three:16 Church to shed light on the evolution of The Beacon and its current missio
February 15, 2024 By Duke Jonietz
God & Our Dogs – Love Magnifies
in Pets, Family, Faith, Entertainment, Where Hope Comes From
Great for Valentine’s Day. Ben Adams talks about how love is magnified through his dog Esther in little ways. How can you put a magnifying glass to your love for your spouse or girlfriend on this special day?
February 12, 2024 By Meg Grier
Over 1000 Homeless Families Presented Opportunity to be Set Free
in Happening in the Church, Family, Faith, Where Hope Comes From, Hurts, Habits, Hangups
Past experiences, dysfunction, poor decisions, addiction — a cascade of disasters have exhausted resources and drained the last drop of goodwill from friends and relatives. The bottom line is a family find themselves without a roof over their head.
February 13, 2024 By Amy Morgan
The Inward Yes – February Devotional Week Two
in Faith, Where Hope Comes From
In our efforts as a resource center to help you grow in Christ, The Beacon is pleased to announce a partnership that will provide you, our audience, with weekly devotionals.
February 12, 2024 By Dana Michea Marquez
Hearing God – The Key to Abundant Life
in Happening in the Church, Faith, Health & Wellness, Where Hope Comes From, Hurts, Habits, Hangups
Why am I here? What is my purpose? Why do I say things like that? Think of things like that. Can I ever change? Do I need to change? What’s the point? The point is the abundant life Jesus promises us is connected to our ability to hear Him.
February 7, 2024 By April Lynn Newell
Set Yourself Apart – Even in Investing
in Happening in the Church, Family, Faith, Finances, Where Hope Comes From
Christians now vote with both spending and investment dollars, demanding company accountability. Asset managers use Biblically Responsible Investing (BRI) to screen out firms conflicting with Christian values.
February 6, 2024 By Darryl Lyons
The Inward Yes – February Devotional One
in Faith, Where Hope Comes From
A weekly devotional series. This week, anxiety versus joy. It’s the Joy of the Lord that is my strength. It is His consolation that gives me peace during the anxiety. It is easy to say, “Do not be anxious for anything.” Yet, the battle is real.
February 5, 2024 By Dana Michea Marquez
Make a Deposit in Your Marriage
in Happening in the Church, Family, Faith, Marriage, Where Hope Comes From
San Antonio Marriage Initiative Team heads up National Marriage Week USA. No great success is achieved in one moment but rather in deposits and investments of time, commitment, dedication, intentionality, and action. The same goes for marriage.
February 1, 2024 By Amy Morgan
Visions and Dreams: God Continues to Heal Uvalde
in Education, Family, Faith, Where Hope Comes From, Hurts, Habits, Hangups
In May of 2022, at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, twenty-one lives were taken when a young man walked in loaded with ammo and anger. Nineteen children and two teachers died, and many others were wounded physically and emotionally.
January 30, 2024 By April Lynn Newell