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John 12:25 – Am I Supposed to Hate my Life?

John 12:25 – Am I Supposed to Hate my Life?

Whoever loves his life loses it, and whoever hates his life in this world will preserve it for eternal life. - John 12:25 Hate. It's a strong word. I'm sure you've heard the watered down interpretation of this passage, they all say, "It just means not being 'attached'...

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4 Characteristics of True Joy in the Lord

4 Characteristics of True Joy in the Lord

Have you ever questioned how True Joy in the Lord can be compatible with taking up your cross as a Christian? Have you ever despaired of being able to "Choose joy" just because everybody tells you that's what you are supposed to do? Have you ever simply wondered what...

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How to Combat Spiritual Burnout This Holiday Season

How to Combat Spiritual Burnout This Holiday Season

Spiritual Burnout can be especially bad around the Holidays, and you may not even know you have it! Entering the holidays almost always fills us with a mutual sense of excitement and dread. Excitement at the thought of having some time off and enjoying all the sparkly...

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5 Practical Ways to Cultivate a Quiet Heart

5 Practical Ways to Cultivate a Quiet Heart

Back in the day they didn't have technology, screens, internet, music, and media providing a constant stream of input and noise to contend with at every moment... they also had much stronger faith. Lord, give me a quiet heart that does not ask to understand, but...

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The Even Bigger Problem than Emotional Abuse…

The Even Bigger Problem than Emotional Abuse…

"I think I need a break. I might move home for a while. I've realized Alex [husband of 2 years] is abusive…" My friend's confidence cut me to the heart. I was devastated for her. I felt her pain keenly but also felt the pain of seeing yet another of my dear friends'...

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The Reality of Living Marriage as a Calling

The Reality of Living Marriage as a Calling

No one ever told me this would be easy, but I never knew that it could be this hard" - "Brave" Moriah Peters . Truer words were never spoken of marriage. First, let me give a tiny disclaimer: I am married and I would do it all over again an infinite number of times....

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