Category Archives: Spiritual Encouragement

The Importance of Quiet Time, Prayer and Bible Reading in the Life of a Believer

Posted on January 4, 2021 by Heart of the Matter

Where do you go when you need help, solace, or wisdom? What about when you have overwhelming feelings of despair, loneliness, or anxiety? Many of us had feelings like these as an unprecedented worldwide pandemic inserted itself into our lives … Continue reading →

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When Covid Closes In

Posted on January 1, 2021 by Heart of the Matter

I don’t know about you but, this Christmas season was very unusual for us. Up until recently we had not been personally touched by COVID-19. Being responsible citizens, we, of course, had worn our masks in public places, avoided large … Continue reading →

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Reflections of Covid19: Finding Meaning in the Stillness

Posted on June 15, 2020 by Heart of the Matter

  As I sat outside this morning watching the birds in my yard dart from tree to tree, stopping to sip from the gently bubbling, crushed stone birdbath, it occurred to me that I have learned a very valuable lesson … Continue reading →

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Humility: Revisiting a Long-Lost Friend

Posted on June 7, 2020 by Heart of the Matter

  What exactly is humility? Are you picturing a mousy little person in drab clothing, mumbling, head down, afraid to share their opinions—hesitant to use their gifts for the kingdom due to fear and lack of self-esteem? That certainly is … Continue reading →

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Posted on April 17, 2020 by Heart of the Matter

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