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20 Oct

A Mentoring Heart Matters

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Living With Purpose,  Relationships
A mentor in our lives makes a difference. In them, we see a kindred soul with wisdom pouring from their heart. In us, they see an eager soul needing a nudge in the right direction. I received the nudge. And the more I gave my heart to God, the more...
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14 Apr

I just want to control one thing…

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The most important button on any electrical device is the “on” switch. Just try operating anything without it. But the control panel is where the action is. Everything from volume to special features is just a tap, click or turn of a knob away. It’s one thing if we’re talking...
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04 Mar

I used to have a plan…

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“I USED TO HAVE A PLAN…but life had other ideas.” It’s the title of a book that grabbed my attention in the bookstore this past weekend. Alessandra Olanow is the illustrator and author. The pages contain her drawings of weary souls or insightful sojourners, with captions of encouragement mixed with...
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20 Jan

It’s Not Just About Passing The Test

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In Difficult Times
“Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts.  Point out anything in me that offends you, and lead me along the path of everlasting life.”  (Psalm 139:23-24 NLT) When the psalmist, David, invites God to search his heart, I feel an opportunity stirring in mine. We may be more...
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06 Jan

All. Things. New.

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All Things New,  Living With Purpose
It’s a New Year! But after last year, we may hesitate to call any year “happy” until it’s had the chance to prove it. Yet each year comes with its own set of unexpected challenges and welcome surprises. Opportunities and obstacles can appear on opposite sides of the same situation....
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26 Aug

When It’s Time to Make Your Move

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Living With Purpose
During our first 12 years of marriage, my husband and I moved every 3 years or so. Each relocation came courtesy of the United States Marine Corps as Brady served on active duty. For the most part, I loved the adventure. But our first relocation had its share of anxiety....
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