Trusting God Beyond Salvation: Romans 5:8 NKJV
But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8 NKJV God’s love is extended to us even in the midst of our sin. It’s easy to think challenging or painful circumstances in our lives are God’s way of punishing us for our sin. This thought pattern, however, is…
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One of my earliest memories is of tent camping with my grandma. It rained three straight days, but that didn’t stop her from cooking Dinty Moore and popcorn over an open fire for my grandpa, sister and me. She invented activities, played games and fought the never-ending battle to keep our sleeping bags dry. I was convinced that she could…
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My husband and I have been married for a little over a year, and it has been one of the best times of my life—and one of the most challenging. On our wedding day, we heard many Scripture verses extolling the virtues of love and patience. But living out those virtues in marriage was a lot harder than I thought.…
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Every single parent knows there are good days and bad days. The good days are great. I watch my 8-year-old son popping wheelies on his bicycle and listen to my 6-year-old daughter singing princess songs. We crack jokes, and I cherish the moments I spend with them. At bedtime, we talk about their hopes and dreams and fears. They read…
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Do You Feel Guilty as a Working Mom?
My alarm rings and I get out of bed, grab both kids and head downstairs for breakfast (juice and a cereal bar for myself). After I feed the kids, I turn the TV on, hoping 20 minutes of cartoons will give me enough time to shower and get dressed. It doesn’t. I have to mediate an argument between my 3-year-old…
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Fighting Cancer with Faith
Mara and Mike had big plans for their future and for their children. They moved from the inner city and bought a small townhouse in the suburbs of Virginia. Mike secured a solid-paying job, the family found a loving church community, and the kids were happy in their new school. Life was good. But one day, Mike started having trouble…
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6 Tips for Christians Preparing for Marriage
Summertime traditionally is wedding season in the U.S., and preparing for the big day often takes a lot of time, coordination and money. However, after the vows are exchanged and party is over the real work begins. Jackson Crum, Lead Teaching Pastor at Park Community Church in Chicago, has counseled hundreds of couples in his 20-plus years of ministry. Noting…
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