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April 10, 2022

Why is Maundy Thursday an Important Part of Easter?

Maundy Thursday, also known as Holy Thursday and Sheer Thursday, is part of the Holy Week leading up to Easter. It is the night when Jesus washed the disciples feet and left us a new commandment.

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Published on April 10, 2022 14:59

February 13, 2022

Come Sit With Me Mama

UPDATE: Come sit with me mama was first published in 2016, but I’m feeling nostalgic and revisiting those moments with little ones at my feet. Today they are teens who are too busy or embarrassed by mom’s presence. So my mind races back to these moments and holds on tightly. I know as they grow […]

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Published on February 13, 2022 05:32

February 10, 2022

31 Inspiring Ash Wednesday Sermon Ideas [2022]

Explore these Ash Wednesday Sermon Ideas and resources to gather inspiration to lead your congregation into a deeper understanding of God's grace & mercy.
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Published on February 10, 2022 02:00

September 29, 2021

Overcoming Resistance to Change: Self Love isn’t Selfish, it’s Important

Overcoming resistance to change requires that you acknowledge there is a problem and then set out to fix it, whether that is at home or at work.
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Published on September 29, 2021 05:00

Make A Change: Give Yourself Permission To Be Your Priority

Is it time to make a change? What we often call a midlife crisis might actually be someone realizing their dreams matter too.
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Published on September 29, 2021 05:00

March 31, 2021

Sufficient for today is its own troubles

“Sufficient for today is its own troubles.” There is so much truth in those words. I spend more time than necessary playing through what ifs and if/then scenarios when what…
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Published on March 31, 2021 17:46

November 30, 2020

Throwing It All Away by Nina Owen

Throwing It All Away by Nina Owen is one mother’s honest search for understanding, hope, and life following her son’s suicide. Transparent, honest, and heart wrenching.
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Published on November 30, 2020 05:00

October 14, 2020

A Discussion About PTS(D) on Scar Stories

I can't offer marriage advice I can share the truths about our own and let you know if you are walking the same difficult journey through PTS(D) with a spouse, you are not alone.
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Published on October 14, 2020 10:05

Journal Entry 5 – Scar Stories: PTS(D)

I had the opportunity to join Pastor Nicole Golden on her podcast Scar Stories. Pastor Nicole is a strong advocate for mental health and shares from her heart about her…


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Published on October 14, 2020 10:05

October 12, 2020

Brave Women, Strong Faith

Brave Women, Strong Faith is the collective telling of what it looks like to be a Christian Military Wife and/or female Service Member.


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Published on October 12, 2020 08:08