Tag: Christian women
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The Gift of Vulnerability: When God Meets You at Rock Bottom
This New Year’s Eve, I decided to take on a project. There were just a few pieces of furniture left in my home that needed refreshing, and this was the perfect opportunity to get it done. I began taking note of all the things I would have to do—remove the furniture from my home, sand…
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The Gift of Gardening: Faith in Tomorrow
“To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow.” Audrey Hepburn Do you ever daydream about changing the world? Making a difference isn’t always immediate. Change is usually brought about by a series of circumstances as opposed to a solitary, groundbreaking event. The birth of my blog, for example, is a result of not only…
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The Gift of Sharing
Laundry on Christmas Eve—“What a way to spend the holiday!” you might be thinking. You know, gifts are all around us if you look closely. I walked inside the old faithful laundromat, and as I scanned the room, saw it was practically empty. I noticed a little old lady folding her clothes and gave her…
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The Gift of Giving in Secret
If you really want to grow spiritually, do something nice for someone, and don’t tell a single soul. How we behave when no one is watching reveals our true character. The Bible tells us to give in secret—it is an act of faith to give while believing your good deeds won’t go unnoticed by God.…
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The Gift of Daddy: Protecting Children From the Spirit of Rejection
Daddy’s birthday was Monday, and I’ll never stop missing him. It brings me comfort knowing I was blessed to have him with me for 28 years of my life. The love and acceptance we receive from our parents contribute significantly to the love and acceptance we are able to give to ourselves later in life.…
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The Gift of Purity and the Consequences of Sin
When I first began my blog, I wasn’t certain whether or not I would even write about this topic. It’s a bit uncomfortable, and it’s something that makes a lot of people angry and defensive. No one wants to wait until marriage to have sex, and people will do anything to convince themselves (and others)…
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The Gift of Soul Food: Why God Hates Diets
I was a beautiful child with a beautiful soul. Little by little, life experiences convinced me I wasn’t enough. My teen years and 20’s consisted of a perpetual state of diets and rebounds from diets. Regardless of how good I looked on the outside, on the inside, I was broken. That brokenness led me down…
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The Gift of Admitting When You are Wrong
A gentle word turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. Proverbs 15:1 One of the best gifts you can give a person is to take a step back, examine yourself, and admit when you are wrong. Even if you aren’t 100% in the wrong, take accountability for your own actions without expecting…
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The Gift of Femininity
Femininity is a gift that is rejected by a large number of women in today’s society. Femininity isn’t defined by our hobbies, our clothing, or our favorite color. Vulnerability, expressiveness, and deep emotional connections are just a few things that separate a feminine woman from the rest of the world. A woman can experience detachment…