Significant Living Magazine Article Archive

A Senior Moment by Randy Rudde Could a 59-year-old really become a college linebacker? Mike Flynt shows it’s never too late to tackle a dream.

A Prescription For Fun by Eric Tiansay Comedic icon Tim Conway continues to provide family-friendly humor that appeals to all ages.

Awakening Wonder by Lisa Sloan Author and gardening expert Sharon Lovejoy shares ideas for connecting with your grandchildren through nature.

Fun and Momsense by Stephanie Voiland Anita Renfroe's journey from stay-at-home mom to YouTube phe-mom-enon . . . and the laughs she's had along the way.

Parenting: a Lifelong Occupation by Shirley Rose It is at once the most . . . exasperating task and the most joyous and rewarding experience to make human beings out of children. —Neil Kurshan

Seek Balance by Walt Larimore, M.D. Manage stress wisely to improve your well-being. Part four in our series on becoming a highly healthy person.

Love Thy Neighbor (it wasn’t a suggestion) by Donna Rhodes A closed door opens an opportunity to share love.

Taking a Deep Breath of Life By Randy Rudder Nashville artist and former Gaither Vocal Band member Guy Penrod shares his views on faith, fatherhood, and what constitutes real success.

A Tale to Treasure By DeWanna and Joyce Oliver with Lisa Sloan A family’s history is like a novel in progress with a full cast of characters, and, because each of them is a part of you, you want to know them all.” -F Waterman

Together They Can by Michael W. Michelsen, Jr. The inspiring story of how a father and son became a successful endurance running team, despite physical limitations and other obstacles.

Savvy Singles - Ask Samantha By Samantha Landy • A wrong turn leads to a blind alley • Rebounding romeo seeks a long shot

Laughing Matters • The Chase • Between Friends • Kids of the Kingdom

They Call Her Mama by  Stephanie Voiland AK-47 rounds fired in the night, fried green termites for dinner, and  100 little mouths to feed - another day of motherhood in the Sudan for Michele Perry.

A Prisoner of Truth By Jerry Dykstra Welhelmina Holle is in prison for a crime she didn’t commit, but even there she remains faithful.

The Favor of Friendship by Liz Curtis Higgs Have you ever wondered if being a friend to someone can make a difference? Author and speaker Liz Curtis Higgs looks at life-changing relationships of her own.

Her Mother’s Legacy By Stephanie Voiland In her latest novel, best-selling author Francine Rivers unravels some of the complexities women face as they share their hope, faith, and legacies.

Leaving the Light On By Ken Walker While some may think of “legacy” in terms of passing an Olympic torch, sometimes it is as simple as keeping the porch light on.

Unburnden Yourself by Walt Larimore, M.D. Harboring anger, resentment, or blame? It may be taking a toll on your health. Part three in our ongoing series about the essentials of happy, healthy people.

Lasting Legacies by Randy Swanson Start thinking about the heritage of faith and the treasure trove of memories you can leave to those you love.

In Perfect Harmony By Michael W. Michelsen, Jr. In their marriage and their careers, multi-time Grammy winners Ricky Staggs and wife, Sharon White, know how to make beautiful music together.

Walking by Faith By Cynthia Siegfried “Life is what happens when you are busy making other plans.”— J. Lennon

Take Good Care  by Walt Larimore, M.D. Make a few changes to prevent disease and improve your longevity. This is part two in our on-going series about essentials of happy, healthy people.

Kiss Insecurity Goodbye By Alice N. Daniels If living with insecurity for so long has made it seem like an old friend, a new book by Beth Moore promises ways to permanently bid it adieu!

Changing the World  by Shirley Rose As the old year transitions into the new, I am often left feeling bereft. I’m never quite ready to relinquish the past year— knowing it can never be recaptured or relived.

Savvy Singles Ask Samnatha By Samantha Landy • Fast Driver Shifts into High Gear • Time to Meet the Family

Don’t Just survive the Economic Crisis, Thrive! By Karol Ladd How to stay positive when your retirement plans fall apart.

Fire...Ready, Aim! By Randy Swanson How often have you made a rash decision in the wake of an emergency and then regretted what you have done? Many of us impulsively “fire the gun” before we take time to get ready and figure out what we are aiming at. In the case of aging and finances, this pattern is all too common.

Leaving a Mark on the World By Elaine Creasman This can be the best time of your life. How can you make the most of it?

Stitched Together By Elaine Creasman At 95, Ella Mae Crow continues to use her sewing talent to serv e her community.

Take Good Care by Walt Larimore, M.D. Make a few changes to prevent disease and improve your longevity. This is part two in our on-going series about essentials of happy, healthy people.

Savvy Singles Ask Samantha By Samantha Landy Samantha offers Biblical advice to help singles bring joy and significance to their lives. Samantha is a well-known speaker and writer.

Through Thick and Thin Laugh Lines A little humor to brighten your day...  • Kids’ thoughts on love and marriage • A prayer for boomers

Significant Living: what’s it all about? You know it’s a magazine, but what’s the ministry of Significant Living? Discover the television programming, and the way we are meeting needs...

His Brain, Her Brain By Walt Larimore, MD He thinks she talks too much. She says he says too little.You may be surprised to learn the problem is not with their tongues, but with their brains.

An Artist's Journey  By Jane Rubietta By embracing her gift and sharing it with others through her inspirational calendars and other items, painter Ellen Stouffer has touched the hearts—and souls—of people around the world. (.pdf)

Delivering Us From Evil By Ken Walker Though he says he’s faced “every scourge on society, every horror and nightmare and personal tragedy you’d care to imagine," former FBI agent Clint Van Zandt doesnt have a retirement plan that involves sitting on a riverbank fishing. He's still intent on making a difference.

Where Is My Wife?  by Attorney Randy Swanson Are you automatically entitled to medical information about your spouse? Find out how new stringent privacy rules may make that difficult and what you can do about it.

A Balancing Act  by Walt Larimore, M.D. Last issue we started a new series on the 10 essentials of happy, healthy people. But what really defines being healthy?

Delivering Miracles By Jeff Friend In an interview about his latest book, Dr. Bruce Wilkinson discusses this and how to become one of God’s “special agents” of change in a hurting world.

First Amendment  Many things we hear judges and politicians say about religious issues and the constitution may be distortions of fact. Do you really know what is true or false? Take the quiz. Then read “Objection, Your Honor!” to get the facts.

A Difficult Gift By Lisa Sloan Jennifer Rothschild, who’s been blind since she was a teenager, encourages others to find the blessings hidden within the most challenging circumstances.

Many Happy Returns By Brenda Poinsett Ideas to help your family reconnect and build new memories when grown children come home for the holidays.

The Ministry of Shopping Living on a limited income can make it diffi cult to give to others.  But one retiree has found a way to spend a little time to make a big difference in her community while saving money for herself too!

In Perfect Harmony By Peg Carmack Short The Boones' secret for a marriage that lasts is a commitment to God, as well as to each other.

Keeping the Faith By Peg Carmack Short Although Joni Eareckson Tada may be confined to a wheelchair, she knows how to walk by faith.

Fall & Friends By Jane Jarrell - Photography by Brian Warling As the days shorten and the temperatures cool, opening our homes to encourage others seems so natural. September is a wonderful time for a party...

Choose Joy By Kathi Macias - Photography by Kevin McIntyre Bonnie St. John has chosen to live joyfully and strives to help others do the same.

Mending the Braided Cord By Peg Carmack Short We all come from the past, and children ought to know what it was that went into their making, to know that life is a braided cord of humanity...

Happenings  By Randy Swanson Connecting the lonely, bringing help and hope around the world — Significant Living is busy making a difference. Directors Letter

The Story Continues  By Jerry Rose  “I am sure that God who began the good work within you will keep right on helping you grow in His grace until His task . . . is finally finished on that day when Jesus Christ returns.” —Philippians 1:6 (tlb)

Seeking Salvation  By Jerry Dykstra Behind the Veil - Despite her Muslim upbringing, a Middle Eastern girl hears Christ's call & answers

Tulips in the Desert  Words and music by Laurie Klien “I Love You, Lord” I love you, Lord; And I lift my voice. To worship You; Oh, my soul rejoice!

Gathering for a Grand Time!  By Susan Lawerence If your grandchildren are scattered all about and rarely get to see each other, a grand camp is a wonderful way to help them connect.

Finding a Job... God's Way  By Michael W. Michelsen, Jr. What happens when a church does more than just lend emotional support to the unemployed?

When Financial Disaster Strikes  By Alice N. Daniels Loss of income—whether the result of problems in the economy or poor choices—puts a strain on relationships. What can families do to help one another?

Sowing and Reaping  By Randy Swanson Money IQ - Why it's important to give, even in tough times.

Come Away  By Nancie Carmichael In the midst of our busy lives, God calls us to come away to know Him more deeply.

A "Secret" Worth Sharing  By Judith Tukich Coming-of-age tale offers a delightful mix of nostalgia and faith.

A New Dimension  By Peg Carmack Short “Marilyn and I s peak from experience when we say that all the glitz and the glamour, all the fame and the notoriety, and all the trappings of success will leave you empty until you fill that void with Jesus Christ."

Learning to be Girls 'n Grace  By Michael W. Michelsen, Jr. Former model and Christian mother Pam Davis followed her dreams to create dolls and other products designed to teach young girls around the world about living a grace-filled life.

When Life Turns Upside Down  by Lisa Sloan - Photographs by Ken Reaves After their only son was sentenced to life in prison,Christian author and speaker Carol Kent and her husband, Gene, found them selves on a journey they could never have envisioned.

Knock Out Thoughts on Fatherhood  by Michael W. Michelsen, Jr George Foreman has accumulated numerous titles in his life and career. He’s been the two-time World Heavyweight Boxing Champion, television pitchman, entrepreneur, and evangelist. But the title he’s most proud of is simply “Dad.”

Standing Pat in Hollywood  by Ken Walker One of America’s favorite singers of the past 50 years, Pat Boone holds a record that even Elvis Presley couldn’t equal—220 consecutive weeks on the hit record charts.

Nothing but the Truth  by Ken Walker Although it’s been almost half a century since Josh McDowell stopped being an agnostic because he determined the Bible was true, he is still making a strong case for the Gospel.

A Weigh to Lose  By Michael W. Michelsen, Jr.  -  Photography by Angela Swan When a pastor with a ministry to those struggling with addictions was confronted about his own addiction to food, he called on God to help. Today, 175 pounds lighter, he shares his story of God’s sufficient grace.