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Posted on December 2, 2020November 14, 2020 Bethany's Guest Posts Faith

3 Biblical Responses to Others’ Struggles

Jesus’ words are clear: “in this world you will have trouble” (John 16:33). We expect it. Often, though, we wish that “you” wasn’t so all-inclusive.... Read more

Posted on May 14, 2017May 3, 2017 Faith Loving Others My Faith Radio Throwback Posts

3 Biblical Responses to Others’ Struggles

Jesus’ words are clear: “in this world you will have trouble” (John 16:33). Often, harder than facing our own troubles is watching those we love... Read more

Posted on April 23, 2017April 20, 2017 Faith Growing in Christ

What Can Separate Us?

Words like those in Romans 8:35-39 tend to come to mind and comfort us in deep hardship, like when facing death, demons, uncertain futures, and the depths... Read more

Posted on April 12, 2017April 12, 2017 Book Reviews

No Easy Jesus Review

In copywriting, offering “10 simple steps” is a great way to gain viewership. Promises to provide something life-changing with ease makes for a great hook.... Read more

Posted on August 14, 2016April 8, 2017 Faith Growing in Christ

Holding and Held

Thinking of Christ as our anchor, we often picture storms raging. Tossed about in the chaos, we think of clinging to Him. Our hands burn,... Read more

Posted on July 8, 2016April 8, 2017 Faith Loving Others

Do #LivesMatter to God?

Something breaks my heart extra as tragedy after tragedy arises. I wince over the propeller of much of the outrage being some agenda, not compassion.... Read more

Posted on May 4, 2016April 10, 2017 Word Studies

WordoftheWeek: Knowledge

His divine power has given us everything we need for a godly life through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory... Read more

Posted on April 25, 2016April 8, 2017 Faith Guest Posts The Word Works {Series}

He’s Got the Battle If We’ve Got the Praise- The Word Works Series

If there’s anyone I know who is comfortable being uncomfortable, it’s Christine. I mean that in the best way. She’s always bravely sharing about the... Read more

Posted on March 27, 2016April 8, 2017 Faith Guest Posts The Word Works {Series}

When Loneliness is a Blessing -The Word Works Series

Writing on her blog Fearfully Made Mom, Abby reveres the Lord and His workmanship in her words and life. Sharing stories and thoughts that many... Read more

Posted on December 2, 2015 BEHOLD! {Series} Faith

1. BEHOLD: Our Comforter

“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort” –2 Corinthians 1:3... Read more

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