Ann Voskamps's One Thousand Gifts took the Christian women's market by storm, but maybe that's not all good. Ann aroused a swell of gratitude, of learning to count small things as reasons for thanks, of noticing God's gifts we once overlooked. But in our hurry to announce all of the small things we ...
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Whine flows freely today, made easier by instantaneous social media platforms assuring empathy from friends and even strangers. I love it when Facebook is a place for prayer needs, celebration, giving thanks, and encouragement. But there's a muddy current flowing through this now common means of ...
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We are in our 25th year of married life. We are also in the midst of change. Suddenly, a lot of things look like potential "lasts." This could be our last fall in the mountains, last fall in our house, and last chance to have Jo home for fall break. Then again, God may surprise us ... The potential ...
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Finding our way in life is no small business. Destination is usually determined by many small steps, instead of just one big leap. Then again, there are times when a big decision begs to be made and we liken it to sky diving or setting sail or exploring a new country. I'm not sure if we're about to ...
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When was the last time you decided to help your "helpless" mate? You know, when you're sure he's on the wrong track, and you have no choice but to take over decision-making "for the good" of you & your husband? After all, a wife may find herself in a situation on occasion where her husband just ...
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