Arise Blog

Everyday Life

What Do You Want?

What do you want? A simple question with a lot of intent. You’ve probably asked your kids a million times that very same demand. But what if you

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Everyday Life

Goodness in the Midst of Trouble

“We can complain because rosebushes have thorns or rejoice because thorn bushes have roses.” How many times have we heard this quote? It makes sense until you pick

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Emotions

The Worry Cycle

W-O-R-R-Y. You’re likely going to read this blog because you’re wrestling with something that keeps you all stirred up. In actuality, I would imagine that everyone who reads

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Life Lessons

Hold Your Horses

As a girl growing up pre-technology, my favorite weekly activity occurred on Friday after receiving my allowance (if I had completed all my chores and had a good

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Life Lessons

I Have No Control

I realized something pretty significant this past month … I have no control. None. I possess no special powers that allow me to change circumstances or other people.

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Everyday Life

Enjoy the Little Things

I must admit, for years my life has been…Go! Go! Go! Between ministry and family obligations, I’ve found myself going from one deadline to the next. For busy

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Building Character

Uncertainty

UNCERTAINTY. It’s a prevailing reality in our minds these days. Often when we face personal uncertainties, it’s a private issue. But we’re not alone in this pandemic state

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Living Single

Mom Guilt is Real

Mom guilt. Have you ever felt it? If you’re a mom reading this blog, then you likely fall into the 90-percent category of mothers who have admitted to

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Building Character

What Are You Good At?

What are you good at? I mean, really good. What skills or abilities are your most valuable assets? Before you respond to that, give it some real thought.

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