Purpose In Pain
Purpose In Pain

One year ago, we were spending our Labor Day weekend in a children's hospital. What started as a routine wellness visit with the pediatrician, turned into our tiny baby boy being admitted to the hospital for "Failure to Thrive". He was three months old at the time and, despite our efforts, his weight had begun to fall away from the growth curve. The pediatrician felt it best to have his calorie intake monitored and see if a solution to his slow and fluctuating weight gain could be found.

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A Noble CharacterJordan Diasmedical journeys, God's promises, trusting God Comment
God, Why Did You Let This Happen?
God, Why Did You Let This Happen?

My nephew, Charlie, is 17 months old, and it has been so much fun watching him grow. Listening to him learn new words has probably been my favorite part of this process. One of the first words, other than Mama and Daddy, that he said clearly was “book”. It was adorable! I remember being so amazed at how this small little human had expressed such a clear thought. With each new word that he says, it brings a smile to my face. It won’t be long before he expands his vocabulary further and even begins to string these solitary words into small sentences. Before we know it, he will be asking that question that parents with small children hear so often…”why?”

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DiscipleshipSara Claudia Tillmanwhy?, doubt, questionsComment
Do We Still Need To Practice Sabbath Today?
Do We Still Need To Practice Sabbath Today?

The Sabbath day of rest was a big deal in the Old Testament - in multiple places in the Scriptures, God instructs the Israelites on the importance of taking the seventh day of the week off from all work. It was a sacred commandment, a sign between God and His people, that they may know that He is the who sanctifies them. But, how is that relevant for us today?

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Evangelism Is For Missionaries
Evangelism Is For Missionaries

Sometimes, people think I am a vocational missionary. It’s a simple mistake: after all, I’ve got the suitcases, passport, cargo pants and Chacos to look it. There are some stark differences between Christian international relief work and mission work, but I often receive comments like, “May God bless your mission” and “What you’re doing is kingdom-work.” Sometimes these words, kindly meant, lead me to wonder: are we, in the Church, shirking our own responsibility to make disciples?

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TheologyClaire ZassoTheology Thursdays, mission work, missionary lifeComment
To The Woman Who's Worth More
To The Woman Who's Worth More

I’m in the midst of a battle. My Abba Father pours truth over me through the Holy Spirit, while the enemy uses the hurtful arrows of another against me. The target? My identity. So I dig deep, and I write this truth to you because I know that I’m not the only woman on this battlefield.

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Scars From The Sanctuary: Navigating Church Hurts
Scars From The Sanctuary: Navigating Church Hurts

Have you been wounded by another person who confesses to being a believer in Jesus Christ? Is that person in a position of leadership in a local church? Do you have “sanctuary scars” that resulted in you feeling anywhere from burned out to soul-scarred and physically ill at the thought of walking through your church doors again? First of all, I’m sorry you’re in such pain as you begin reading this. While I can’t remove the pain, both yours or mine. I hope to point us to the One who heals, cleanses, and restores.

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CommunityHannah Douglaschurch, healing Comment
When It's More Than A Fun Test: A Brief Peek Behind The Enneagram
When It's More Than A Fun Test: A Brief Peek Behind The Enneagram

I recently found myself fascinated with the Enneagram Type Personality Test. A lot of my favorite podcasters talk about it, my friends all talk about it, and I enjoy the Instagram posts and series. I thought it would be cool to do an article about it. I decided to look into the history of the enneagram. Where did it come from? How did it originate? Who developed it? How should Christians approach the enneagram? I walked out of writing this article more uncomfortable and unsettled than I began.

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LifestyleMia Graceenneagram, identity in Christ, trends Comments
Keeping The Faith With An Imperfect Body
Keeping The Faith With An Imperfect Body

I recently took engagement pictures with my fiancé, and the photoshoot was magical. It was this really special hour that I will treasure. Our photographer sent us some of the highlights, and I loved them — but, ugh, was that really me? Fifteen pounds heavier than I started this year, my jawline was soft, and my hips seemed ridiculously wide. I was struggling to enjoy these images because I couldn’t get past what I considered my physical failings.

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Femininity, A Noble CharacterMia Gracebody insecurity, FaithComment
Beyond Forgiveness
Beyond Forgiveness

Forgiveness is arguably one of the most challenging instructions that Jesus gave us to follow. Logically, we understand that we are all sinners (Romans 3:23) and that to be forgiven we need to be willing to forgive others (Matthew 6:14-15). It seems as if the issue is straightforward, and if we did what Jesus said, life would be peachy. Why then do so many of us, me included, find it hard to move beyond forgiveness?

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A Noble Character, DiscipleshipCharissa Steffensforgiveness, healingComment
By His Wounds
By His Wounds

For many of us, it appears we seem to be in an unending, tumultuous, and painful wilderness of trials, disappointments, and heartbreak. Deep down in the hearts of His people is the desperate need and yearning for refreshment and revival of soul and spirit. Scripture tells us this life-changing healing can only come from the presence of the Lord.

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TheologyHannah DouglasTheology Thursdays, Jesus Comment
Podcasts For The Theological Girl
Podcasts For The Theological Girl

I love theology. Honestly, I really love theologically sound Christians who care about what the bible actually says and not what they want it to say. I find it difficult to find media that I can follow and ingest that aligns with truth. Especially podcasts, the majority of Christian podcasts seem to focus on self-obsession, hustle culture, self-promotion, and twisting scripture to fit personal agendas. I always feel nervous turning on a “Christian” podcast because I’m not sure what “truth” they are choosing to preach.

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TheologyMia GraceTheology Thursdays, podcastsComment