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5 Daily Habits for Effective Christian Living
Living a purposeful and effective Christian life with a spiritual mindset doesn’t come naturally to us. In general, we are more earthly minded, haphazardly rushing about our day completing tasks, going to meetings, running errands—focusing on the urgent, but … Continue reading
Loving Life and Loving God: Counting the Cost.
I do love my life. I love that I have a comfy home in which to live. I love that I can go and buy things that aren’t just necessities. I love that my children are healthy and happy. … Continue reading
Posted in Spiritual Encouragement
Tagged Christianity, devotion, Encouragement, faith, gratitude, Loving God, spiritual growth, today's culture
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Marriage Basics: Choosing to Love Your Spouse
Marriage is challenging. Take two people whose genders make them different by nature, stir in unique personalities, the needs of children in the family, the pressures of extended family, and the stress of difficult circumstances, and you have … Continue reading
Posted in Marriage, Spiritual Encouragement
Tagged Christianity, Encouragement, faith, family, love, marriage, spiritual growth
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Raising Humble Kids in a Selfie Society
If you’re a parent of teens or have ever been on social media then you’ve seen it–the epitome of teenage self-glorification, better known as, the selfie. Young women– in overdone make-up, pouty faces, provocative poses– not so subtly fishing for compliments. Teenage (and … Continue reading
Sunday School: What’s in it For Me?
What comes to mind when I say the word, Sunday School? Perhaps it’s visions of your 8-year-old self dressed in your Sunday best, complete with shiny patent leather shoes and hair bow (or clip-on tie) perched uncomfortably on one of those little wooden chairs in front … Continue reading
Posted in Church Life, Spiritual Encouragement
Tagged bus ministry, Christianity, church, evangelism, family, Jesus, spiritual growth, Sunday School
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