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Posted on May 27, 2017May 27, 2017 Bethany's Guest Posts

Watch for the Bait and Switch

Pauls’ words in Romans 7:15 about struggling with sin nature echo in our ears: “I do not understand what I do. For what I want... Read more

Posted on April 28, 2017May 3, 2017 Bethany's Guest Posts

3 Ways to Get Truth from the Head to the Heart

You might have heard the famous quote: “The longest journey you will ever take is the 18 inches from your head to your heart.” 18... Read more

Posted on April 20, 2017 Bethany's Guest Posts

The Faith-Science of Courage

Beneath the headache-inducing fluorescent lights of the high school’s health classroom, my scrawny self learned something life changing. It didn’t seem all that scientific back... 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 April 2, 2017April 7, 2017 Book Reviews

It’s (Not) Going to Get Better

I’m not a pessimist. In fact, I tend far too much toward optimism. However, I’ve learned that belligerent optimism isn’t helpful when equally stubborn hardship... Read more

Posted on March 6, 2017April 7, 2017 Idolizing Knowledge {Series}

Knowledge Isn’t Complete (3/6)

  This post is the 3rd in a 6-part series on Idolizing Knowledge. Read the rest of the posts here. Guest directory info is available... Read more

Posted on February 26, 2017April 7, 2017 Idolizing Knowledge {Series}

Knowledge Isn’t Unchanging (2/6)

  This post is the 2nd in a 6-part series on Idolizing Knowledge. Read the rest of the posts here. Guest directory info is available... Read more

Posted on February 13, 2017April 7, 2017 Loving Others

Untangled in Love

I never thought I’d be one for mushy stuff. Anyone who’s heard my commentary during chick flicks knows I’m not a romantic. But there’s this... Read more

Posted on November 14, 2016April 8, 2017 Faith Sin Lies {Series}

Lie 7: Sin Is Too Personal To Talk About

(A series on lies sin tells us to tempt us and trick us. Read the whole series here.) We like to keep sin hidden. It’s... Read more

Posted on November 2, 2016April 8, 2017 Faith Sin Lies {Series}

Lie 6: Some Sin Doesn’t Count

(A series on lies sin tells us to tempt us and trick us. Read the whole series here.) We like to restrict God’s definition of... Read more

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