In my dream world, my Sabbath rest looks like this picture. Reality is often a bit different! What is Sabbath? The idea of Sabbath has been central to the faith and practice of the people of God since the Old Testament. Instituted in the Ten Commandments (Exodus 20:8-11), the day …

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Try baking to show your family that you love them!

Introduction As parents, we play a pivotal role in shaping our children’s understanding of who they are and what they’re capable of achieving. Meeting their emotional needs is a critical part of this journey, as it lays the foundation for a healthy self-concept. From offering emotional support during challenging moments …

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Jesus wants to heal us. We learn a lot from one of the women Jesus heals. Read on to see how YOU fit into the story.

Forgiveness in marriage can preserve our marriage and lead to a long lasting successful relationship.

Social media & the Bible I belong to several Christian women’s groups on social media. Last week someone posted that she wants to read the Bible more and was looking for some suggestions about how to get started. The responses were very interesting. I realized that while the woman posting …

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The Chosen SEASON 1: Episode 4 (The Rock on Which it is Built) SUMMARY:  It’s now Season 1: Episode 4 of the Chosen. We’re back to Simon and the fisherman in this episode. While this episode is packed with drama, the Scripture message is pretty straightforward.  If you recall, Simon …

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Ladies Uncover a Secret by Robin Luftig gets 5 stars from me. You’ll love this book about enduring friendship and moving beyond the hurts of yester-year.

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We think we read nonverbal signals well- but we don’t. We really can’t (shouldn’t) assume what people are thinking. For instance, just because someone is quiet doesn’t mean they are upset with us. Our true feelings are not always revealed in our body movements. Introduction Nonverbal communication plays a critical …

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