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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 17, 2017 Growing in Christ

Battery Operated Faith

My husband is a fan of gadgets and tools. No surprise, since he makes a living fixing stuff. One might think the man loves all... 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 March 19, 2017April 7, 2017 Idolizing Knowledge {Series}

Knowledge Isn’t Fulfilling On It’s Own (5/6)

  This post is the 5th in a 6-part series on Idolizing Knowledge. Read the rest of the posts here. Once upon a time I... Read more

Posted on January 22, 2017 Faith Growing in Christ

When Your Manna Tastes Bland

Last year, I had my wisdom teeth removed *gag.* The surgery went well, but there were complications during my recovery. I’ll spare you the gory... Read more

Posted on November 20, 2016 Faith Sin Lies {Series}

Lie 8: Sin Should Be Left In The Dark

(A series on lies sin tells us to tempt us and trick us. Read the whole series here.) We don’t like to look sin in... Read more

Posted on September 26, 2016April 8, 2017 Bethany's Guest Posts Faith Loving Others

What Is Love

We know about many characteristics of love, traits like those listed in 1 Cor 13; patience, kindness, humility, etc. We certainly are aware of examples... Read more

Posted on September 12, 2016April 8, 2017 Bethany's Guest Posts Faith Loving Others

Equally Yoked Friendship

Ever participated in a three-legged race? Your leg is bound to a partner’s. Then, you’re supposed to run, together, to a destination. I remember the... Read more

Posted on August 16, 2016April 8, 2017 Book Reviews Faith

Overcome Failure Book Review

I’m one of those people who has regularly lived in fear of failure. Are you? I’ve made too many decisions based on what I know... Read more

Posted on June 28, 2016April 8, 2017 Faith In ___ We Trust {Series} Word Studies

Word of the Week: Will

Free will. My will. His will. I will do that. When will…? I’m not sure we often get through a day without using the word.... Read more

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