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Adopting God’s Idea of Love

Why is it we are so quick to adopt the worldly idea that love is hard and something that has to be constantly fought for? How often do we hear Christians say things like “marriage is hard” and “love is hard work”? Even though we know these statements are completely ...

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Meatless Madness or Healthy Habit?

Lamb chops and mash potatoes, beef burgers and fries, Southern fried chicken with mac-and-cheese… I’m sure picking a favorite from any of these dishes, is easy. But have you ever considered trying a meal that’s meatless? Wait. Don’t start hyperventilating just yet! It’s not that bad, really. There’s a stigma ...

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Advice for New Mothers

 As a new mom, the suggestions and recommendations on the best way to raise your child can be overwhelming or even mind numbing making a mother fearful or doubtful of her abilities.  Although it is natural to express concerns, especially since a baby does not come with an instruction manual, too much information ...

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The One Who Keeps Us

“ … for I know whom I have believed, and am persuaded that he is able to keep that which I have committed unto him against that day” (2 Timothy 1:12b) Do you ever grow weary in your faith-walk?  Or do you ever fear your faith is just not enough?  This ...

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Managing Loneliness Constructively

Last week, I shared my struggles with loneliness.  And believe you me, the struggle is real every day, y’all.  There are some days I’m more content than others, but loneliness always finds a way to make frequent, unauthorized appearances in my daily life.  And I’ve come to the conclusion that I ...

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