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Faith is a relationship of love and trust between us and God through Jesus. God is always willing to draw closer to us, but we have to take steps toward Him as well. Read on to explore how we can improve and deepen our most essential relationship.

For a Christian, character isn’t just having integrity or honesty or doing the right thing—it’s a living, growing relationship with Jesus that develops the fruits of the Spirit in our lives. This issue of Activated helps you progress on that path.

God promises in His Word that He hears every word we pray. And yet, prayer is so often overlooked. Read this issue of Activated to learn more about your very own “hotline to heaven.”

If you feel like you’re peering ahead into an impenetrable wall of unknowns, this issue may help you make sense of the options and find your way.

Why would the Lord of the universe, God in the flesh, allow Himself to be arrested, falsely accused, tried and condemned, whipped, stripped, and nailed to a cross like a common criminal? The answer is simple: because He loved you and me! Read on to explore this amazing love further.

Merriam-Webster defines success as "the fact of getting or achieving wealth, respect, or fame," but we know those things alone aren't enough for a truly fulfilling life. This issue of Activated brings the physical and spiritual aspects together, so that there's no stopping you.
 

Love is a powerful life force, and many of us spend much of our time searching for it. But why not go straight to the source and discover the depths of love that surpasses anything you could ever dream of?
 

The New Year is a chance to celebrate victories won and progress made. It's also a time to look ahead to new opportunities and growth. Join us in doing both.
 

Since the beginning of time, people had longed for a special something to make their lives truly happy and complete. Then God sent an angel to announce "tidings of great joy … to all people." Rediscover what makes the birth of a tiny baby in a barn in a faraway land so special.
 

How often do we take the time to notice the wonders of the world around us-a powerful thunderstorm, a double rainbow, birds in flight, a breathtaking tree, the brilliance of a full moon? Read this issue of Activated to discover how to have a gratitude attitude in life.
 

Some people think that looking for purpose is a luxury—an exercise for do-gooders or artistic types with a philosophical bent, while the rest of us don't have the time or the means. If this is you, read on to see how a few mindset and lifestyle changes can pave the way to greater purpose and fulfillment.
 

You may be surprised to hear that the Bible has a lot to say about money. Up to 15% of all the recorded words of Jesus make reference to the subject of money and earthly possessions. For good or bad, money is an important issue. Read on to find money-management tips and rules.