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Emotions

Disturbing Phone Finds

This is something we all dread as parents: I found something on one of my boys’ phones that really bothered me. As I was jotting down some notes

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Emotions

Broken Petals

A few days ago I went outside and took care of my favorite rose bush. It was full of yellow roses. It was given to me after my

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Emotional Wellness

Breaking Ungodly Soul Ties

Recently I heard the host of a radio show ask, “What do you think is one of the most popular topics searched for on the Internet?” I thought,

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Building Character

Detours & Roadblocks

I excitedly prepared to head off for a conference in Grand Junction, Colorado, early the next morning. My confidence ebbed and flowed as I packed my car, ensuring

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Building Character

The Push To Perform

The Lord has taught me many crucial lessons during my time as a parent. One lesson stands out to me the most: honor my child’s preciousness over his

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Emotions

Got Regret?

Have you ever done something and then looking back you thought, how could I have done or said that? Or how could I not have weighed the options

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Emotions

The Right Spot

Today as I was watering my plants I thought about you, single moms, and your children. Not every plant grows in the same way. Some plants want morning

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