Tag Archives: Christ

Dog Bones and Baby Jesus by Julie Arduini

Posted on December 5, 2018 by juliearduini

I’m always on the lookout for the simple things around me that God might be using to show me something. Through the years I’ve learned He is my loyal defender thanks to dive bombing cardinals, and that my dread opening … Continue reading →

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The Right Voice by Julie Arduini

Posted on June 27, 2018 by juliearduini

This summer our college-aged son and I are watching the Marvel Avenger movies in order. I’ve watched most of them, but not in order, and as of this writing, we just finished The Avengers. I also was looking for a … Continue reading →

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My Built-in, Underutilized Filter

Posted on December 5, 2016 by Jennifer Slattery

Do you ever feel as if your mouth runs amuck, leaving your brain scrambling to catch up? And when conflict arises, or you feel squeezed, does your brain ever lag so far behind, the party is over before she even realizes there’s been an invite? Life … Continue reading →

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Negativity and the Mind of Christ

Posted on November 14, 2016 by Jennifer Slattery

“The thief’s purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life” (John 10:10 NLT). At every moment, there are two voices vying for our attention–one wants to tear us down … Continue reading →

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Called, But Not Equipped by Julie Arduini

Posted on June 29, 2016 by juliearduini

Years ago there was a guest speaker at our church who prayed for people and had words of encouragement for some. When he got to me I remember thinking he was the real deal. In prayer he shared Christ’s heart … Continue reading →

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Lessons from the Mudroom by Julie Arduini

Posted on April 8, 2015 by juliearduini

Even though it hasn’t quite felt like spring as much as I’d like it to, I have started spring cleaning.This is our first full year in the house so it’s been fun figuring out what needs cleaning and what to … Continue reading →

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Chase that Lion & Grow with God!

Posted on April 22, 2013 by Sarah Goebel

I recently read a book called, “In a Pit with a Lion on a Snowy Day” by Mark Batterson. In the book, he encourages Christians to trust God and realize that the future God wants for them is hiding in … Continue reading →

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Priorities and A Yielded Life

Posted on November 26, 2012 by Sarah Goebel

Hello Dear Christian Readers and Friends. It has been only one weekend since Thanksgiving Day and I am hoping you all had a great day celebrating the goodness of God with your family and friends. I sure did. Even on … Continue reading →

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Beyond Rudolph by Julie Arduini

Posted on December 14, 2011 by juliearduini

I grew up with the Rankin/Bass produced TV Christmas specials and with as many advances as I’ve seen in technology, nothing new in the Christmas special offerings can hold a candle to those first programs. One of my favorites was … Continue reading →

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The Truth About Prayer Habits by Sarah Goebel

Posted on October 17, 2011 by Sarah Goebel

Whatever exercises we practice in the Christian life, they are in vain if done without the reading of Scripture and prayer. Yet sadly, most Christians go through life without an active prayer life. They worship, they go on mission trips, … Continue reading →