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7 Scriptures to Study as a Family During Thanksgiving

I love Thanksgiving because it is all about family and reflecting on the good things in life. Nothing is perfect during the day-to-day, and it is easy to get distracted by pain, difficulties, and minor or major inconveniences.

Thanksgiving is a great time to share what you are thankful for, your faith, God’s goodness, and how you are letting the Fruit of the Spirit guide your family life. So, while everyone is gathered around the dinner table eating food and playing games, be intentional and st...
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5 Resolutions That Will Strengthen Your Marriage

Resolutions are not just for health or achieving career goals. You can also make resolutions for your relationships and your home. Today, let’s focus on five resolutions that will strengthen your marriage.

When I first got married almost 23 years ago, I had no idea what kind of effort would go into growing a marriage. However, I knew marriage would be work because that is what everyone told me it would be. Resolutions for my marriage just recently crossed my mind.

The idea of a resolution for...
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The 5-Minute Marriage Reset: The Power of a Short Prayer

For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them. – Matthew 18:20

One of the many benefits of a marriage where you are both believers in Christ is that you do not have to walk through anything alone. Many circumstances, stressors, and events can quickly and subtly get between you and your spouse. Taking 5-minutes to say a short prayer can help to create space for your marriage to grow.

However, praying with your spouse may not be on your mind when you are discouraged or angry. Es...
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5 Ways the Holy Spirit Softens Our Hearts

The Holy Spirit plays a significant role in helping Christians live holy lives. Being a new creation means your eyes are open to the truth, and the soil of your heart is fertile and ready to receive God’s Word and produce a harvest. Once you surrender your life to Christ, the renewal of your life happens through the power of the Holy Spirit.

I will also give you a new heart, and I will put a new spirit within you. I will take away the stony heart out of your flesh, and I will give you a heart o...
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Promises of God That Can Catapult Your Faith

The foundation of Christianity is faith. You have faith that Jesus not only is the Son of God but also can atone for all your sins. From the first moment you begin walking with Jesus until you go to your eternal home, faith and trust are an integral part of your Christian walk.

Believing in Jesus is the first step that sets you on the path toward eternity in Heaven. But what about the moments in between? Life is always challenging, and it goes according to plan. Walking with Jesus requires you...
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How to Reignite Your Passion For Christ

We all experience moments in our spiritual walk when our relationship with God feels stagnant. As Christians, our faith is about having a relationship with Christ Himself. So, if we are feeling spiritual stagnation, we need to rebuild that relationship with Jesus.

A relationship with Jesus is no different from building a relationship with your spouse, children, parents, coworkers, or friends. Forming deeper connections and trust requires interaction, vulnerability, and intentional actions and e...
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How Can You Know if Your Desires Come From God?

Desires in life can include what you hope for in your family, home, marriage, and career. These desires may drive your goals and actions daily. For example, you might wake up in the morning thinking about what you hope to accomplish and go to bed wondering how you can take one more step forward to fulfill your heart’s desires.

As a Christian, it is important to discern whether your heart’s desires align with God’s will for your life and those around you. Not every desire is God’s best for your...
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10 Simple Prayers For Deeper Intimacy With God

Prayer has become a big part of my daily routine. I believe prayer is not only about obedience, but it is about building a relationship with God. As Christians, we have the privilege to boldly approach the throne of grace and make our requests known to Him. (Hebrews 4:16 WEB)

If your relationship with God feels distant or nonexistent, I encourage you to start praying. Here are 10 simple, transformative prayers that can foster deeper intimacy.

Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you. Cle...
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How Your Words Shape Your Marriage

Our church does 21 days of prayer and fasting in January. This year, instead of fasting sweets or social media, I decided to fast negative thinking. In recent months, it has become very clear to me that my negative thinking is affecting my life and my relationships.

The words I say often reflect what I am thinking, and they are not always true. The fast was not easy, and I was shocked to see how negative my thought life had become. One day, I was talking with my coach, and she pointed out some...
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How To Keep The Faith No Matter What

Undoubtedly, there will be trials in your life, and they don’t have to be big trials to test your faith. Just finding a job, being a parent, building a lasting marriage, or simply waking up in the morning can cause you to question your faith, doubt, and lose hope.

Everyone on their faith journey will need to wrestle with tough questions, and some people need to renew their commitment to God. However, there are some things you can do to keep the faith no matter what is going on in your life, goo...
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Rest In God's Loving Kindness With This Short Devotional

Are you struggling to find peace among life’s constant trials and struggles? Click here to read a short devotional on God’s loving kindness. // Photo Credit Photo by Kelly Sikkema on Unsplash
Life is full of the unexpected. The future is unknown for everyone. Fear of the unknown is a very real struggle, even for the Christian. In Psalms 33:20-22 I am reminded that hope is the key to enduring the pain and the fears that threaten to consume my thoughts and actions. 
In this life, it is difficult t...
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1 Timothy 6:10 Meaning: Discover The Deeper Truth

Is greed a problem in your life? Click here to discover the meaning of 1 Timothy 6:10 and the deeper truth to gain wisdom. 1 Timothy 6:10 talks about the love of money and how greed can lead believers away from their faith. When I think of greed, I think of more than money. However, humans can get greedy for just about anything. Anyone can be overwhelmed by the desire for more money, power, friends, sales, time, and respect. 
All of the things you can get greedy about are things y...
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Unlocking Philippians 4:13 Meaning For Your Life

Are you struggling to be content in all circumstances? Unlock Philippians 4:13 meaning to find contentment in your life. A part of me has always looked for the simple and easy way of life. I used to believe that God would give me strength to be better, achieve an abundant life, and bless my good deeds. In Philippians 4:13 it says, “I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.” This verse is often misinterpreted and used to encourage people to achi...
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10 Of My Favorite Uplifting Faith-Filled Bible Scriptures

Are you going through a tough time and thinking about abandoning your faith? Be encouraged with these 10 faith-filled Bible scriptures. When you look around the world, it is easy to see so many people struggling and suffering. In my own life, there have been many trials and moments when I have had to lean into my faith even more than other times. The pain I have been through has humbled my heart and taught me to surrender to the will of God.
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How To Celebrate Advent Starting December 1st

Are you struggling to find purpose and peace during the Christmas season? Learn how to celebrate Advent starting December 1st. Christmas and the holidays are interesting times when pain and joy often sit together in your heart and mind. There is no getting rid of the bad that always seems to come with the good. Learning how to celebrate Advent has changed my perspective on the Christmas season and the ebbs and flows of joy and disappointment.
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