A Bunch of Hot Air
One clear September morning my son packed up his car and headed off to college. Oh, I knew in my head that he was ready for the next stage of his journey. Such a clear demonstration of maturity and wisdom is evident in almost any eighteen year old – what could possibly go wrong?! I repeated like a mantra,... >Read More
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Become a Better Listener
Listening is complex. In its simplest form its something my dog can do. Effectual listening, however, requires more than your physical presence, because it requires you to engage your heart and mind to understand not only my words but the part of myself I am communicating to you. To me, being heard, with this type of care, is essential.
If...... >Read More
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Men,
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Self,
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A Record of Rights
The story is told of a couple that grew to find little to appreciate in one another. The daily tally of things one did that annoyed and aggravated the other was a growing list. More and more they did less and less together. In desperation the woman visited a counselor and took along her journal of all the attitudes... >Read More
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irrations,
marriage,
priorities,
protecting your marriage,
record of rights,
relationships,
resolvingn conflict,
spiritual growth,
values
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Try a Life Lesson
“Always walk through life as if you have something new to learn and you will.” ~Vernon Howard
It can be hard to find time to learn amid the busyness of work and family but if you have a few minutes here and there, that’s enough. Pick up a good book, try a new cuisine or dig in to one of... >Read More
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Claire Colvin,
faith,
knowledge,
learn,
Life Lesson,
spiritual growth
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Be the Best I can be, Today
I am 41 and spent Mother’s day morning getting up at 5:30 (yes a.m.) by choice to do a 10km run. (Run is a strong word). Now before you shut me off and say this doesn’t apply to you, just stick with me for a moment. I am NOT one of those super fit types that loves to exercise. ... >Read More
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beth scholes,
Family,
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physical fitness,
priorities,
Self,
spiritual growth,
spirituality & faith,
water fight
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Identity Theft: Seeing what God Sees
I was a victim of identity theft. It seems impossible, how could someone do such a thing? I am me, and no one else can be me, right? Someone had chosen to use my financial information for their own gain, and had pretended to be me for purposes that I’d had nothing to do with. The bank alerted me... >Read More
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bank card,
credit card,
Culture,
finances,
identity,
identity theft,
Self,
spiritual growth,
view,
World
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Put Worry in its Place
Last night I was so worried about not getting enough sleep that I couldn't sleep. My brain was working through all the details of the next day and I knew I had to be awake for it all. Ever have a night like that when your mind is your worst enemy?
Why do we worry? For me there are lots... >Read More
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Is Your Testimony Reliable?
This is part 3 of 33. Click here to go back to... >more
What is Truth?
What is truth to you? Is the bible always truth? Does truth... >more
What Do You Fear?
Do you crave destiny? (Part 2)