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When Desire Grows: Understanding Instantaneous, Nurtured, and Fulfilled Desire

April 7, 2026 No Comments

The Blessings Secured by Christ’s Cross: A Good Friday Reflection

April 3, 2026 No Comments

anxious woman looking out a window

Stop Listening to Yourself and Start Talking to Yourself

March 10, 2026 No Comments

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Created Us for Relationships with God and Others

March 9, 2026 No Comments

He makes all things beautiful in His time – trusting God’s timing in life and ministry

He Makes All Things Beautiful in His Time

February 22, 2026 No Comments

Signpost pointing toward support, assistance, and guidance when you are stuck in the same patterns

If You’re Stuck in the Same Patterns: A Path to Relational Wisdom

February 3, 2026 No Comments

things are about to change as we grow together in faith and community

Things Are About to Change: A New Rhythm for Growth

February 2, 2026 No Comments

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A Clear Pathway for Growth

January 31, 2026 No Comments

Woman relaxing on wooden dock by a beautiful lake. Peace and tranquility in nature.

Christian Contentment: Finding Peace in Every Condition

January 27, 2026 No Comments

Two hands pull a thick rope forming a heart shape. This represent the war from within.

War: The Battle Within Ourselves Explained

January 10, 2026 No Comments

Man stuck in a series of rope symbolizing stuck in behavior

Why Behavior Change Never Lasts

January 9, 2026 No Comments

Middle-aged businesswoman at home office sees sales drop on laptop graph red arrow down frowns shrugs why feels stress.

Why Most Goals Fail: The Heart You Must Not Ignore

January 3, 2026 No Comments