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Being a Mary in a Martha World: Finding Peace in Presence Over Perfection

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The holidays are here! I mean literally right here. I blinked yesterday, and suddenly my baby girl was turning fifteen, getting her permit, and we’re diving headfirst into end-of-year festivities. The gatherings are piling up, from church services to family get-togethers, and while there’s nothing wrong with the hustle, if we’re not careful, we’ll miss the point […]

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Gratitude in Every Season: Cultivating Thankfulness All Year Long

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As the leaves turn shades of gold and the air becomes crisp, there’s a certain magic in the change of seasons. Fall is here, and with it comes thoughts of cozy nights, bonfires, and the approaching holidays. My house is already decorated for the season (I just can’t help myself!), and I’m ready to embrace

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The Time is Now: Where Are the Laborers?

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My husband and I were recently discussing the condition of the church today and its lack of laborers. Over the years, we’ve observed how many have become complacent—sitting on the pews, expecting to be moved by the preacher without truly engaging. Once they leave the church, they return to their daily lives, disconnected from their

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Stress Be-Gone: Finding Calm in the Chaos of Ministry

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**This post contains affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you if you make a purchase through these links. I only recommend products I love and believe in. Thank you for supporting my blog! As we wrap up our Ministry Matters series, I want to share something that has been

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Balancing Marriage and Ministry: A Work in Progress

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If you’ve been around my blog for a while, you know how much I value marriage and family—and so does my husband. As a ministry couple, we have learned (and are still learning!) that keeping our marriage and family strong is essential to effectively fulfilling our calling. While I’d love to say we have it

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Embracing Change and Faith

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Have you ever felt like your life was a TV series filled with drama? I certainly have! As an English teacher, one of my favorite moments in the classroom was watching students discover how the main character in a story changed over time. These changes didn’t happen by osmosis; they were always sparked by challenges,

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Calm & Cozy Nights Essential Oil Blend: Perfect for Peaceful Family Evenings

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**This post contains affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you if you make a purchase through these links. I only recommend products I love and believe in. Thank you for supporting my blog! I know I’m a bit behind (life has been a bit of a whirlwind

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Who Do You Think You Are?

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Have you ever had someone cut in front of you in line at Walmart or cut you off in traffic? I know I have! Oh, the rage… the anger. I mean, the unmitigated gall of that person! It makes me want to ask them, “Who do you think you are?!” (Insert exasperated sigh here!) But

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Vital Prayers: The Heartbeat of a Peaceful Soul

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Have you ever had a day where the weight of the world seemed to be on your shoulders? The feeling of hopelessness just settles in, and you’re not sure how you’ll make it through the day. I’m here to tell you that prayer makes all the difference in those moments. While answers may not come

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Balancing Ministry and Family: Stewardship in Every Season

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I don’t know about you, but I know as the holiday season starts to round the corner, so does my excitement, and truthfully, my anxiety! As a mom of 4, a pastor’s wife, and a full-time counselor, all of the expectations and plans can start to pile up. Grace in Every Season I looked around

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