The CRP Journal

Natural Hazards July 18, 2026

The Crunchy Air: Understanding and Facing the Wildfire Smoke Emergency

Written by CRP Director Gary E. Shelton. A practical look at the massive smoke blanketing our northern tier, and how to protect your home and your neighbors.

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Spiritual Foundations July 16, 2026

The Highest Aspiration: Walking as a Faithful Disciple

Written by CRP Director Gary E. Shelton. A clear-eyed look at how faithful discipleship is a daily lifestyle of managing our time, talent, and treasure for Christ.

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Practical Preparations July 13, 2026

The Seven-Day Shift: What Is Really Needed When You Must Evacuate?

Written by CRP Director Gary E. Shelton. A clear-eyed, practical look at the essential logistics your family needs to endure a full week away from home.

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Personal Resilience July 7, 2026

Standing Tall When Your World Shakes: Faith in the Deepest Distress

Written by CRP Director Gary E. Shelton. A personal look at how a commitment to Christ in the good times keeps our footing secure when the world falls apart.

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Special Days July 3, 2026

True Liberty: Who Gives Us Our Freedom?

Written by CRP Director Gary E. Shelton. A folksy, heartfelt reminder on the eve of Independence Day about the true Source of American liberty.

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Natural Hazards July 2, 2026

Space Weather: Should I be concerned?

Written by CRP Director Gary E. Shelton. A look at the current holiday weekend solar alerts, what they mean for our technology, and how to stay prepared.

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Personal Resilience June 30, 2026

The Anchor of the Soul in Turbulent Times

How to maintain emotional stability, mental strength, and inner peace when societal storms rage around us.

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Spiritual Foundations June 22, 2026

Discerning the Signs of Our Times

Analyzing the world in which we live and the danger of doing nothing.

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Special Days May 25, 2026

The Duty of Remembrance: From Earthly Heroes to Eternal Salvation

Written by CRP Director Gary E. Shelton. A solemn and encouraging look on Memorial Day at the powerful biblical commands to remember sacrifice.

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Personal Resilience May 21, 2026

Taking Care of the Vessel: Physical Stamina for Life’s Storms

Written by CRP Director Gary E. Shelton. A folksy and biblical look at why maintaining our physical health is a vital part of Christian stewardship and witness.

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Spiritual Foundations May 18, 2026

Who Knows Tomorrow? The Spiritual Side of Foresight

Written by CRP Director Gary E. Shelton. Looking past the grain bins of Egypt to discover the deep spiritual discernment that guided Joseph through crisis.

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Natural Hazards May 14, 2026

Hurricane Season: What should I know?

Written by CRP Director Gary E. Shelton. Six crucial things every resident must know and maintain in writing before the storm flags go up.

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Practical Preparations May 11, 2026

The Logistics of Love: Practical Preparation for the Home

Written by CRP Director Gary E. Shelton. Moving from internal faith to external logistics, exploring the three most critical practical steps to protect your household.

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Personal Resilience May 7, 2026

The True Heart of Personal Resilience

Written by CRP Director Gary E. Shelton. A heartfelt conversation on building the physical, emotional, and intellectual strength needed to face life’s storms through Christ.

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Spiritual Foundations May 4, 2026

Beyond the Bunker: The Real Scope of Biblical Readiness

Considering the differences between the worldly way of preparation and the spiritual way of readiness.

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Spiritual Foundations May 1, 2026

The Theology of Readiness: Faith, Stewardship, & Witness

An introduction to the spiritual nature of Christian Readiness and its value to serious believers.

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