Quieting the Should of Should I recently listened to Quieting the Shout of Should by Crystal Stine. This is a great book for removing pressure from ourselves and living into the woman God made us to be. I think you’ll really enjoy it! She also has great discussion/workbook/book club ideas …

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Storms A while ago I posted about the storms we experience in this life. Whether we are in a recession, a global pandemic, or have our own personal challenges, many of us are finding ourselves back in a storm. Most would agree that storms are the very belly of the …

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SUMMARY:  The Leper A man enters a pawn shop to sell some wares. When the shopkeeper discovers the man has leprosy, he freaks out (according to custom at the time). The downtrodden man leaves and heads to the countryside, seeking Jesus. The man’s sister was a server at the wedding …

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* I am not a medical doctor or psychiatrist. These claims are not intended as medical or psychological advice. See a doctor or licensed mental health provider for clinical depression. If you are experiencing thoughts of suicide, please contact your doctor or call 988 from your cell phone right away. …

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Let’s start the discussion by ensuring we are all on the same page about encouragement. We’ve talked some already about how to encourage our children’s self concept, encouraging their decision making, and encouraging our spouse. Introduction Encouragement is a powerful tool in relationships, but what drives us to uplift others? …

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Between family, finances, and food, we are besieged by demands on our resources. There are lots of places we can get help, though. Day-to-day stress busters My mother-in-law and I both love to watch Hallmark movies all year, especially during the holidays (or Christmas in July!). There’s something about wholesome …

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Hope your day is filled with love. Remember that God’s love is the most important of all – and He loves YOU very much. No matter the people on this earth with you, God’s love is more amazing and wonderful than anyone else’s. On a material note, did you miss …

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SUMMARY of The Chosen S1:E5:  There is some dramatic license taken, of course. Did Thomas bring the wine? Was Andrew a bad dancer? Did the bride’s family disdain the bridegroom’s family? Likely not exactly as we see it, but the core is still rooted in Scripture – the ultimate Truth. …

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I’m so excited – I just received my Faith necklace from She Who Is Apparel. The tiny beads remind us that when we have the faith of a mustard seed we can move mountains! (Matthew 17:20) Faith of a Mustard Seed Jesus said, “What is impossible with men is possible …

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God made every person unique and for a purpose. Each and every one of us is special and distinct in our own way. We each possess various attributes, traits, quirks, and qualities that make us stand out from the crowd. It is clear that God has taken careful effort to …

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