Recently, my family and I took a vacation over fall break. This was a big deal for us because we are not much on traveling and this was a long trip. During our 12 hour car ride, The Lord began to speak to my heart. The funny thing is, it wasn't the first time I had heard these words. This same message was preached at a conference I attended and also at my church. (You think He's trying to get my attention?). The question was this: "Are you willing to do what it takes to get...
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Diapers. Baths. Car pools. Soccer practice. Homework. Discipline. Meals...
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The other day I was talking with someone and they told me that I reminded them of my mom. This is a common statement that I hear. Definitely not one that would take me by surprise. However, I have never been told that I look like my dad. This is probably because I don't. But I would like to think that I inherited some of his other qualities of equal or greater importance. I could list a bunch of his characteristics, but here are a few...
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Have you ever been desperate? I'm not talking about desperate for a date, but desperate in a situation. Maybe through circumstances or problems you are facing, you are searching for answers only to find none. The need is so great, you can't deal with it on your own. Maybe you have tried to remain in control and handle it, but it's just too big. Overwhelming. Impossible. We've all been there. I know I have. Big or small, when you are going through a trial, it can become your world. Lately, I found myself trapped in a...
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