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Parenting Lessons from Biblical Characters
Read more: Parenting Lessons from Biblical Characters“All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” — Romans 3:23 NIV This verse speaks to our imperfection as humans. We are all flawed, yet we are still called to raise and guide children. While we may know some truly remarkable parents, none of us knows a perfect one. Each of us…
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Sacred Parenting
Read more: Sacred Parenting“Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age. Amen.”— Matthew 28:19–20 (NKJV)…
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Rhythms and Rest: Recharging in a Busy World
Read more: Rhythms and Rest: Recharging in a Busy WorldThe best way to know how to care for a product is to ask its manufacturer. As humans, we also have a manual, God’s Word, the Bible. It teaches us how to care for ourselves holistically. It is full of wisdom designed to help us live joyful, balanced lives. One key requirement scripture proposes to…
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Insights from Family Movies: A Lesson from Moana2
Read more: Insights from Family Movies: A Lesson from Moana2I recently saw Moana 2 with my daughter. On the drive home from the cinema, I asked her if there was any lesson she had learned from the movie, and she said, “There is always another way!” I smiled, because that was the main lesson I had also taken from it. (Spoiler alert!) This powerful…
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Intentionality
Read more: IntentionalityI love love! And I especially love seeing couples who have succeeded in fostering a loving and happy home. There’s something truly beautiful about witnessing a thriving relationship—but it doesn’t happen by accident. It requires intentionality. Just like a garden needs consistent care and nurturing to bloom, cultivating a joyful home takes similar effort and…
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What Are You Eating?
Read more: What Are You Eating?A Lesson on Spiritual and Physical Nourishment “What are we eating?” is a question my kids ask frequently. When it’s something they enjoy, the answer is met with excitement; but when it’s not, it’s sometimes met with tears. On those occasions, I take a moment to explain the reason behind the food choice and its…
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Forgiveness: Part Three
Read more: Forgiveness: Part ThreeI will be concluding the series on forgiveness by reflecting on how to forgive. Forgiveness can be tough, especially when the offense comes from someone close to us and the betrayal feels deep. Our souls ache from the pain. The story of humanity and our relationship with God is partially rooted in offense—the breakdown of…
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Forgiveness: Part Two
Read more: Forgiveness: Part TwoThe story of Joseph in Genesis provides a beautiful example of forgiveness. As Christ followers, whatever wrong has been done to us can become part of our story and work for our good if we choose to forgive and follow God-honoring principles
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Forgiveness: Part One
Read more: Forgiveness: Part OneThere’s a sense of relief and warmth when we are forgiven. It feels wonderful when the relationship returns to its previous state, or even improves, after an infraction. Knowing that someone still loves us and wants us in their lives despite our imperfections is deeply comforting. So why, then, is it so difficult to extend…
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Giving Grace
Read more: Giving GraceOne evening, after my daughter did something I had specifically asked her not to do, I was giving her a talk. In that moment, I felt a gentle stirring in my spirit. I heard the Lord say, “You do this as well. You, too, do things I ask you not to do. Be mindful of…
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