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The Call of Spiritual Mothering
Apr 10

Apr 10 The Call of Spiritual Mothering

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Bible Teaching

A look at the command, responsibilities, and the vision of spiritual mothering. Though we often equate this ministry to physical children, the call to be a spiritual mother is for all faithful believing women.

A New Series: Becoming a Spiritual Mother
Apr 3

Apr 3 A New Series: Becoming a Spiritual Mother

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Bible Teaching

Spiritual mothering is a call to all women, single or married. This new series will exhort women in whatever stage or season they are in to rise up to share their life with other women, particularly those who are younger than they are, that the Lord may be glorified in the next generation.

Summary Post: 7 Key Ingredients to Change
Mar 27

Mar 27 Summary Post: 7 Key Ingredients to Change

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How-To's

A post summarizing seven key ideas to grow and change into Christlikeness.

Two Gifts that Make Real Change Possible
Mar 20

Mar 20 Two Gifts that Make Real Change Possible

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Bible Teaching

Though real change is difficult, God does not leave us alone. He provides two gifts that make it possible to run the race with joy.

The Fruit of Repentance
Mar 13

Mar 13 The Fruit of Repentance

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Bible Teaching

Let’s look at Psalm 51 to see how repentance leads to the fruit of true and beneficial change.

The Crucial Link of Repentance
Mar 6

Mar 6 The Crucial Link of Repentance

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Bible Teaching

If we desire to see real change, we must take the step of repentance. What is that and what does it look like?

How the Gospel Changes Everything
Feb 28

Feb 28 How the Gospel Changes Everything

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Bible Teaching

There is only one way to real change: the gospel. How does it do that?

Aiming for the Heart
Feb 21

Feb 21 Aiming for the Heart

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How-To's

When it comes to change, we need to aim for change in the heart: not merely actions or external behaviors. Those don’t go far enough. We need to go even further.

Metamorphosis of the Heart
Feb 14

Feb 14 Metamorphosis of the Heart

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Bible Teaching

When God changes us, He is working to transform us at our deepest level—at the heart. What does that mean?

How the Heat Reveals Our Hearts
Feb 7

Feb 7 How the Heat Reveals Our Hearts

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Bible Teaching

Through the heat of our lives, God has good purposes: to reveal us our hearts. He does this through opening our eyes to see the thorns that show up, so we might know where we need to grow.

The Secret of Fruitfulness in the Midst of Heat and Drought
Jan 31

Jan 31 The Secret of Fruitfulness in the Midst of Heat and Drought

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How-To's

What is the heat in your life that threatens to lead you off track in your journey of faith? A look at what the heat is and how understanding it can be the first step to real change.

Transformation from the Heart: The 4 P's of Change
Jan 24

Jan 24 Transformation from the Heart: The 4 P's of Change

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Bible Teaching

Change is possible: an introduction to the point, possibility, process and picture of change.

Real Change Awaits
Jan 17

Jan 17 Real Change Awaits

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Bible Teaching

Real change happens only when we start from the right spot.

A New Year for a Change
Jan 10

Jan 10 A New Year for a Change

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How-To's

A new quarter means a new topic! Join me in the next few months as we look at change in the deepest, hidden parts of us to encourage growth in Christlikeness.

Summary Post: Time Management for Intentional Living
Jan 3

Jan 3 Summary Post: Time Management for Intentional Living

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How-To's

A summary post for the process I use to evaluate and plan my time to live my part of God’s Story with intentionality and purpose.

Planning to Plan: 5 Planning Habits to Consider
Dec 27

Dec 27 Planning to Plan: 5 Planning Habits to Consider

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How-To's

Wise planning ahead of time may not prevent problems but can alleviate them. They also help us live out our values more intentionally.

Working Out Your Salvation: 8 Ideas to Plan Your Days
Dec 20

Dec 20 Working Out Your Salvation: 8 Ideas to Plan Your Days

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How-To's

Planning is the first half. However, working out is where things actually start changing. Eight insights on helping you work out your own salvation faithfully in the hours and minutes of life.

Two Paths to Change (part 2): Projects
Dec 13

Dec 13 Two Paths to Change (part 2): Projects

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How-To's

Another concrete action we can take is crafting projects to move us toward Gospel-directed purposes.

Two Paths to Change (part 1): Habits
Dec 6

Dec 6 Two Paths to Change (part 1): Habits

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How-To's

God transforms us but we also have a part: we trust Him as we take concrete action towards change. This post looks at the first path we can take—habits.

How to Make Changes: 3 Steps to Take
Nov 29

Nov 29 How to Make Changes: 3 Steps to Take

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How-To's

Doing a time audit and evaluating it can help pinpoint changes to make. Here’s three steps to help you start making a plan to move forward.

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