Growing up in a world that tells us we have to keep moving, that success is only found in our ongoing striving towards better, makes being quiet not difficult, but impossible. There is one serious issue in this concept. More than likely a few came to mind for you. Set those ideas aside for aContinue reading “Quiet Time Away”
Category Archives: encouragement, truth, challenges
CHANGE IS COMING
I know many of you are wondering where the blogs have been. There is a new format coming in the next few weeks, I know you will love. Stay tuned and check back for updates. See you soon, my friends.
Songs, Dreams, and Parties
I’m a party person. I love celebrations of any kind. I even like hosting them. I plan and plan for weeks until things are just right. Then the day comes and even if everything is just as I imagined, nothing seems to feel right. It’s like the image in my head is totally different thanContinue reading “Songs, Dreams, and Parties”
A Rose in a Snowstorm
How do you find joy in the storm? Use the strengths you have to overcome.
What If We’re Seeing It All Wrong?
As I sit here and write this blog, I am preparing for an online class about self-talk. These thoughts keep coming to mind. We have this uncanny ability to place blame. Okay, hear me out. I was thinking about how we have shifted one of the greatest commandments that Jesus gave. “You shall love yourContinue reading “What If We’re Seeing It All Wrong?”
Strength, Courage, Hope
Do you need a boost today? Take a minute out of your day to recharge here.
Conflict in Christian Marriages
Conflicts in marriage are normal. Not many (if any) Old Testament families got marriage or relationships right all the time. Just knowing that doesn’t always help though. The arguments in our own lives are still hurtful. We still feel devalued or undervalued at random times. The knowing only helps if we can step away fromContinue reading “Conflict in Christian Marriages”
The Equality of Death and Marriage
What do death and marriage have to do with spiritual health? What do they have to do with each other?
A Piece of Art
Are you stuck in a rut and feel like you can’t get out? We are like pottery in that we can always be changed.
How Do You See the World?
From whose eyes do you see and understand your world? Influencers play a major role in our self-understanding. Learn how to recognize and adjust the negative.
Monica Swank 