Page Turner
Katya, an Olympic chaplain who started out an atheist, thought religion was for little old ladies until she picked up a really good book.
by Katerina Antaniuk with Daina Doucet | Posted 02/03/11
Encounter on a Train
The conductor was obviously agitated and we were in danger. But why? And from whom?
by Daina Doucet | Posted 02/03/11
Snow White
Even if you’ve sinned, on your wedding day you can be as pure and white as any bride, because Christ makes you whiter than snow.
by Helen Lescheid | Posted 12/08/10
A League of Their Own
Toronto Blue Jay Vernon Wells and his wife, Charlene, stay on base with God.
by Jayne Thurber-Smith | Posted 12/01/10
Never Give Up
Don’t give up on that obnoxious neighbourhood child – the one who’s the “bad influence” on your kids.
by Vonnie Mostat | Posted 11/17/10
My Journey of Hope
Tina lived the Cinderella story. Only in real life, it was worse. She suffered crushing abuse until the Prince of Peace rescued her and set her free.
by Tina Laforce | Posted 11/03/10
Dark Road
"Kevin, guess what? You're dead. You just died," the voice said. Kevin Philp thought he had it all, till one Halloween night changed him forever.
by Daina Doucet | Posted 10/27/10
Discovering Your Destiny
With her exposure to the occult for many years, Marcia Montenegro recognized the surpassing greatness of the power of God when she encountered Christ.
by Staff, Living Light News | Posted 10/20/10
“Mayday! We’re Going Down!”
I turned my back on God twice. It took a plane crash before I finally listened.
by Orest Goyak | Posted 08/25/10
Shark-Victim Surfer Girl's Simple Faith
Bethany is fortunate to be alive after a shark attack that took her left arm. But “She’s not suffering,” says her dad.
by Rusty Wright | Posted 08/11/10
Rescued!
An incredible story of 15 hostages who were suddenly released from six years of captivity.
by Rob Weatherby | Posted 08/04/10
Preparing to Die
Atheist Paul Quarrington put time into thinking about his impending death, but he died not knowing where he’d land.
by Royal Hamel | Posted 07/21/10
Ex-con Hopes to Flood Prisons with God's Love!
Former inmate turns life around, plans return to prison with Bible in hand.
by Mike Duerksen | Posted 07/21/10
Treasure in Your Own Backyard
Relationships, not riches, make us wealthy beyond price.
by Phil Callaway | Posted 07/07/10
Pathway of Peace
Even in the midst of life-changing tragedy and its aftermath, it is possible to experience peace that can restore.
by Sarah Chestnutt | Posted 06/16/10
Faith Gives Pitcher the Tools to Succeed
Attending church made all the difference in Andrew Walker’s life. The Winnipeg Goldeyes starter draws on his church family for support.
by Scott Taylor | Posted 06/02/10
Dr. James Naismith: Father of Basketball
James, a Canadian and a Christian, intentionally invented the game to encourage less violence, more sportsmanship and serve as a means for sharing the Gospel..
Ed Hird | Posted 05/05/10
Master of My Own Destiny. . . but Something Was Missing
He was a successful military officer – in control; wouldn’t accept defeat. Surely, he must have been the most satisfied guy on the street... Not so!
by Michael W. Bech | Posted 04/21/10
Eastern Promises
Damini was happy with Hinduism. She wanted nothing to do with "the Christian God" until a defining moment caused her to reconsider.
by Daina Doucet | Posted 04/07/10
Tiger Woods Should Embrace Christianity
To what extent can the hapless golfer recover from the scandal that has exposed his life? It likely will depend on what he does with his faith.
by Roy Hamel | Posted 03/03/10
The Rest of the Story
The gifted and well-loved broadcaster Paul Harvey wove threads of faith through his heart-warming stories.
by Pastor Rob Weatherby | Posted 02/24/10
From Denial to Reality: Darkness to Light
There is no way we can deal with life constructively if we are not prepared to admit to the realities this life involves.
by Gary Moore | Posted 01/20/10
Losing My Father - Knowing My Heavenly Father
The best of times, and the worst of times. Olympic bobsledder Brock Kreitzburg tells how meeting his heavenly Father gave him back all he lost at the death of his dad.
by Brock Kreitzburg | Posted 01/06/10
Coping with Loneliness at Christmas
Many of life’s circumstances can overwhelm us and cause and trigger pain during this season of festivity. Here are some suggestions for positive ways to cope.
by Rusty Wright | Posted 12/16/09
Who Are You?
If you compare yourself and your life with others, you will find yourself in a repeating cycle and your self-esteem will take a beating.
by Rosalie Schwarm | Posted 12/02/09
Hockey Makes a Great Sport but a Terrible God
Hockey is a good thing, but we have to treat it as what it is – a sport, and not an object of worship.
by Pastor Rob Weatherby | Posted 11/25/09
Perfect Princess
A loser – that’s what she was, until she became addicted to winning one beauty pageant after another. To her surprise, it didn’t satisfy.
by Teresa Lockhart | Posted 11/18/09
Dream Centre an Answer to Prayer
He looked in the mirror at his shrunken frame. He didn't recognize the man. He had lost his soul to cocaine.
by Doris Fleck | Posted 11/11/09
Back to the Drawing Board
At The Salvation Army’s Paetzold Rehabilitation Centre in British Columbia, lives are transformed every day through paint and ink.
by Linda Leigh | Posted 10/21/09
Wisdom Beyond His Years
When the 19-year-old son of a pastor died of leukemia, he left a testimony and legacy that is touching hearts and changing lives. Here are his parting thoughts.
by Ben Elliott | Posted 09/30/09
From Suburban Foster Child to Inner City “Tomato Stick”
A man of Métis descent shares how the love of God has followed and guided him throughout his life.
by Mervin Scott | Posted 08/26/09
Facebook and Facing "The Book"
If getting in touch with friends and family is important, how much more important is it to get in touch with God?
by Becky Kew | Posted 9/16/09
Former Drug Lord Meets God After Near-Death Beating
About a year ago he was a broken man left for dead by 30 men sent to kill him. Today he writes a prison newsletter for his church and visits school groups.
by Mags Storey | Posted 8/19/09
Out of Her Comfort Zone
Joan Sepp believed in right choices. Instead of seeking to be identified as the mother of two murdered children, she chose to help others overcome grief.
by Rose McCormick Brandon | Posted 8/12/09
Falle to Grace
This is the story of Natasha Falle. Once a prostitute, she now rescues the lost in the sex trade.
by Natasha Falle | Posted 8/5/09
God Is In Control
In every trial and difficulty, and even in the most devastating circumstances, God gives the ability to overcome. Linda’s life proves there is always hope in God.
by Linda Gerritsen with Jim Uttley | Posted 7/22/09
From Islam to the Cross
Born and raised a Muslim, he knew nothing of Jesus until a series of encounters changed his way of thinking.
by Imran Ali | Posted 7/8/09
From Law Breaker to Law Maker
Our choices affect people. Eight-year-old Serge LeClerc chose to skip school and was arrested for truancy. That choice determined pain and damage to thousands of others.
by Theresia Whitfield | Posted 6/24/09
A Weighty Decision
If Mike Robertson didn’t do something soon about his weight, the strain on his heart would kill him.
by Ken Ramstead | Posted 6/10/09
Arms of Love
How do you see God? Almost 90 percent of people believe He exists, but most don’t agree on what He’s like.
by Moira Brown | Posted 6/3/09
The Crash
Paul Beckingham learned the hard way that hope transcends earthly circumstances.
by Grace Fox | Posted 5/20/09
Canucks Coach Loves the Pressure
Playoffs have a certain intensity that doesn’t characterize the rest of the season. The Canucks coach brings his best – his faith – to the job.
by Jim Coggins | Posted 5/13/09
Basic Instinct, Showgirls and God?
Self-described “Hollywood Animal” Joe Eszterhas, the blockbuster screenwriter famous for steamy eroticism and dark thrillers, says God found him and life’s never been better.
by Rusty Wright | Posted 5/6/09
The Void In Me was Unbearable
She was a selfish wife, an impatient mother, an ungrateful daughter and a very bad friend. Would God want her if he knew how much she’d sinned?
by Chantale Fournier | Posted 4/29/09
For Better or Worse
Could the young couple's relationship withstand the devastating diagnosis of breast cancer?
by Ken Ramstead | Posted 4/22/09
Betrayal
When you have been betrayed, how do you get rid of the pain? When you’ve been the betrayer, how do you get over the guilt? Carol has “been there and done that”!
by Carol Kornacki | Posted 4/15/09
Coincidence? No Way!
Why do Christians commemorate a death on a cross? Michael Coren, who calls himself a “cynical and experienced person,” learned the answer through a television interview.
by Michael Coren | Posted 4/8/09
I Wont Let You Die
“I’d lost everything – my job my house, my family. I was out of control, unable to stop using drugs, and life was a nightmare. ‘Just let me die, God,’ I pleaded.”
by Lorna Vantassell | Posted 4/1/09
It’s Like I’m Experiencing the Childhood I Never Had
Hard times are good if they lead you to search for things that are eternal. After you’ve experienced them, you can help others.
by Bill Bonikowsky | Posted 3/25/09
Pulled Back by God
Their faith had lain dormant for a long time. Their spiritual journey was about to receive a kick start.
by Staff, Alpha News | Posted 3/11/09
A Stroke of Grace
It took a health crisis to turn Samuel’s life around, but then, with God everything is possible.
by Josh P. S. Samuel | Posted 3/4/09
What’s Wrong with the World?
Here’s a quick look at some of the major worldviews. These are the systems in which people have trusted hoping they will fix the ills in our broken world.
by Pastor Rob Weatherby | Posted 2/18/09
I Saw My Parents Transformed
The change in his parents was so dramatic, it was shocking. He had known only Islam. What could have been so powerful to cause such a transformation? He needed to know.
by Amirali Javidan | Posted 2/11/09
Let Change Begin
It is not easy to effect change unless there is some sort of crisis attached to it. Reluctance to have change can lead to disaster.
by Norm MacLaren | Posted 2/4/09
Anxious for Nothing
Do you find yourself in emotional turmoil, fearfulness and apprehension? That’s anxiety. There are four causes, but one antidote.
by Rusty Wright | Posted 1/28/09
Trudeau, Obama and Jesus
These men may have more in common than you think.
by Rob Weatherby | Posted 1/21/09
Filling the Empty Spot in My Heart
Suicide was on her mind. Could a Christmas candlelight service give her the peace her heart desired?
by Jolene Eby | Posted 12/17/08
No Room in the Inn
Will you find room for Jesus to be born in you today?
by Major Lorne Pritchett | Posted 12/17/08