Just like how a baby instinctively cries out when it's hungry or scared, knowing a parent will come meet its needs, God wants me to cry out to Him. "Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you." (1 Peter 5:7) He is my loving Heavenly Father who knows what's best for me and is ready to help if I humble myself and ask.

Just like reading online reviews can be a wise move before making a purchase, seeking wisdom and counsel from others can be a game-changer in life. We all need guardrails - those protective boundaries that keep us from veering off course and getting ourselves into trouble. And some of the best guardrails come in the form of godly wisdom from people who have walked the path before us.

Imagine what your life could look like if you were surrounded by people who truly cared about you, celebrated your victories, and walked alongside you through life's challenges. Imagine the sense of peace, purpose, and joy that comes from knowing you are part of something bigger than yourself, a community of people who are committed to loving God and loving others. That's the kind of community we strive to cultivate at Bear Creek, and we invite you to be a part of it.

Loneliness is a universal human experience. All of us have been there. Maybe you are experiencing loneliness in this season of your life. Maybe this season has been a long one and feels like it will never end.