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Thinking about the Bible’s Joshua, told by God to recite his instructions day and night, reminds me of the theater scripts I’d labor over as a teen. Back then, I’d recite my lines until they were second-nature. If I got stage fright, I didn’t have to worry—all those long weeks of reciting just took over, no problem. What if I did that with the Bible, too?
Read MoreI learned an important truth in an insanely busy season: I can’t worry much about my own problems and stresses if I’m too busy taking care of others. How embracing “service over self” helped me find happiness and learn to love God better.
Read MoreA more important talk: How to help our kids understand how not to be racist and learn to love all despite difference.
Read MoreI hurt, and I should. We are the body of Christ, and yet because of racism, hate, and other evil, we are broken. On doing my part to speak up in love and witness, to help break down barriers and build bridges wherever and whenever I possibly can.
Read MoreGod has a plan for us. Maybe we know the plan outright, or sense His guiding, and we follow the course for a while. Then things happen—temptation or doubt turn our gaze, and the side roads seem more appealing. We stumble into the lie. But take heart: It’s not too late. We’re never too far off-course to come back to God.
Read MoreLike a salad well-tossed in dressing, we need Jesus to saturate every part of our lives in order for us to live in Him to the fullest. We can’t shut Him out of any area or it affects the whole.
Read MoreThat critical coworker, backstabbing neighbor, passive-aggressive family member, or drama-hungry colleague always stirring up emotional chaos. As a Christian, how do we deal with “difficult people”? Jesus commands us to love thy neighbor, but does that mean we have to like them, too? A blog on how to love the difficult-to-love, by Jessica Brodie.
Read MoreI’ve always been a serious-minded person, but when I’m feeling anxious, grumpy, or stressed, one way I can let go of my worries and reconnect with God is a fun one: go play outside! On how outdoor time brings both a mood lift and a way to feel the glory of God and creation.
Read MorePoor attitudes, worries, and negative mindsets do not amount to a victimless crime. They hurt ourselves, those we love, and our ability to serve God in the way God intended. On embracing a God-centered life through 10 faith-based practices when I’m feeling anxious, grumpy, or stressed.
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