Some bugs are cool, and some bugs are creepy. Regardless, most of us don’t want to be bugged by them! Below are some thoughts and tips to help deal with this common summer issue: If You Want to Show Mercy I personally feel bad for killing bugs and will try not to if I can […]
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168 hours. That’s how much time we have in a week. It’s easy to assign our hours towards chores, spending time with people, or sleep, but it’s not so easy to recognize how much we have in our mental energy tanks. Mental Energy In our quest to manage our schedules like a successful adult, it’s
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Being forgetful is a challenge for me, but sometimes it is a blessing when it comes to forgiving others. Jesus teaches us that forgiveness is a continual choice, not a one-time deal. (Matthew 18:21-22) I have learned that it’s important to forgive the offense of a memory every time it creeps back in, even if
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In our pursuit of glorifying God, we often think of grand gestures or solemn acts of worship. Yet, there’s a beauty in discovering God’s presence in life’s simple treasures. Game Nights with a Purpose Plan a game night with friends or fellow church members, featuring a mix of board games, trivia quizzes, or interactive challenges.
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Setting healthy boundaries is essential for maintaining balance and well-being in our lives. Just as property lines define where one person’s land ends and another’s begins, boundaries set the limits of our personal space, emotions, time, and relationships, ensuring that each area has a healthy environment to flourish. The Bible provides guidance for how to
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If you’ve ever tried to please everyone, you’ll quickly find that it is impossible and exhausting. Societal pressures are tricky to deal with, but fear not! As Christians, we can boldly face the challenges of societal expectations by understanding who we are in Christ, building our lives on his teachings. The Role of Self-Awareness in
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Building a faith community is vital for every believer’s spiritual growth and well-being. Just as God created us for relationship with Him, He also designed us to thrive in community with one another. Throughout the Bible, we see the importance of gathering together, supporting one another, and sharing life’s joys and sorrows. We are called
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Your Super Survival Sword Who doesn’t want the best weapon in battle? (Hebrews 4:12) In a spiritual battle, it’s essential to stay alert and prepared if we want to fight well, even as we know that Jesus is already victorious. If the word of God is our weapon to stand firm against evil, we should
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People get tired. Sometimes, we run out of patience or get distracted mid-conversation. But God doesn’t get tired. He actually loves it when we talk to him, bringing our worries before him or inquiring about life. Jesus demonstrates how to pray and warns us how not to pray. What a privilege we have being able
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We eat, sleep, breath, and exercise in order to stay physically healthy. When we don’t take care of our bodies, it can have a negative impact on our mood and our relationships. Though focusing on your physical wellbeing has some benefit, spiritual health is even more important and has a lasting impact. (1 Timothy 4:8)
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