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article | January 30, 2014

You, however, have followed my teaching, my conduct, my aim in life, my faith, my patience, my love, my steadfastness, my persecutions and sufferings that happened to me at Antioch, at Iconium, and at Lystra—which persecutions I endured; yet from them all …

article | April 20, 2016

My name is Samantha, and I'm a chronic perfectionist. per·fec·tion·ist noun Definition: a person who refuses to accept any standard short of perfection. My standards are high, and my mind is hypercritical. I appreciate precision and thoroughly thought-out, well-executed plans. I hate …

article | January 30, 2017

We’re a culture accustomed to customization. From our coffee orders to our music playlists to build-your-own pizza joints, the idea of personalization is normal to us. It’s not wrong to consider the options available to us and make choices according to our …

article | November 8, 2011

Yesterday we launched a series on the subject of sex. Our goal is to tackle your tough questions armed with God's Word! One question I've often wondered is, why is God so negative about sex? You wanna know the answer? He isn't! …

article | July 7, 2014

Don’t we all appreciate a well-prepared small group leader? How does she plan and prepare? Here are a few tips to help in that process and to make the most of your group time. Preparing to Lead As a leader, set aside …

article | June 25, 2020

To the leader facing heartache at home: I see you there, my friend. I know how difficult it can be to fulfill the role you’ve been called to within the body of Christ, while dealing with a tumultuous home life—particularly in marriage. …

article | September 28, 2015

As I sat with my women's ministry team rejoicing over a fruitful year of ministry, one of them asked a question we'd discussed many times before: "What about the men? Women are learning about their God-created design and purpose, but the men …

article | April 2, 2020

In ministry, we face many problems and challenges. From little snafus—like running out of sweet tea during a women’s ministry luncheon—to bigger ones like a conflict between ministry leaders, problems are part and parcel in ministry life. What are some of those …

article | April 15, 2019

Another devastated heart due to a husband’s porn problem. Another marriage reeling in pain and shame. I kept reading the journal entry she sent to me. God, I come to You very weak and broken, grieved over my husband’s sin. I feel …

article | July 30, 2012

My head hurt. In fact, my head really, really hurt every single day for more than a year. I've always had headaches off and on, but about a year and a half ago, one decided to move in full-time at the base …