Jennifer Rickmers

A new year has a way of inviting both hope and pressure. As 2026 begins, you may be feeling the urge to set big goals but simultaneously feel discouraged about previous failures. However, instead of doing more, you can be doing better - so let's discuss how we can wrangle chaos into clarity for the new year. Start with Reflection. Before launching into a resolution, think about what values you have and what your priorities are. What drained your energy over the past year? Where have you...

In a world that constantly pushes us to do more and be more, it’s easy to focus on what isn’t working. But one of the most powerful mindset shifts available to us is also one of the simplest: gratitude. Gratitude isn’t about ignoring challenges or pretending everything is perfect. Instead, it trains the brain to notice possibility, progress, and support. When we intentionally acknowledge what is  working, we create internal conditions that make learning and resilience possible. Gratitude...

Marketplace ministry is the belief that every sphere of work is a God-given opportunity to serve others, reflect Christ, and steward excellence. It is not about preaching at work, but rather embodying biblical principles within the rhythms of professional life. Marketplace ministry is rooted in these ideas: Work is worship. In marketplace ministry, the way you lead a team meeting, resolve conflict, design a product, or serve clients becomes an offering—demonstrating integrity, diligence,...