Category: inspiration
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This Is Why We Should ‘Leave It Better Than We Found It’
When others either don’t care or understand how their behavior — leaving trash behind — impacts the environment and you…
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When It Seems That Nothing You Do Matters, Know This
Why do you do the things you do? Are you hoping for “likes” or applause or just some appreciation for your effort? Maybe this will encourage you.
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Who Knew Their Hunt for Eggs Could Have Eternal Significance?
It was an”eggsiting” day at the Dagens house on Easter, time for the annual egg hunt. We were determined that this egg hunt would be joyful and equal — and tear-free. But would we get to that result? And what means would we use to get there? That is the story!
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Big Hearts, Small Kindnesses Make Me Thankful This Thanksgiving
Inspired by the moments my friend used to express love and gratefulness before he died, I wanted to thank those who have touched my life.
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Don’t Trade Away God’s Lifelong Gift to Satisfy a Short-Term Appetite
A bowl of soup vs. a birthright? It seems like a no-brainer. But how many times have I chosen momentary satisfaction instead of a gift lasting a lifetime or beyond?
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‘I Love My Scar,’ This Breast Cancer Survivor Told Us
A young mother learns to abide in God and finds joy despite her journey through breast cancer, including chemo, a radical mastectomy, and radiation therapy.
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This Coach Got Better, Not Beaten by the Crash That Nearly Killed Him
Marion Chisholm Is on a Mission to Win at Sports and Life The first time I noticed him was in my early-morning step aerobics class. He had taken a space in the back and done the class without a step, which wouldn’t have gained my respect, except that he was using forearm crutches. Wow. He […]
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How Do You Handle Your Emotions When Your Child Is Benched?
As a parent, it’s painful watching your child suffer when you are powerless to help. This poem, titled “Benched,” captures one of those moments for me.
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Dear Reader, Why in the World Do You Read My Blog Posts?
Sometimes — like my cat — we do our duty but miss our target. Sometimes it truly stinks. Keep trying and adjust your aim.
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This Is How You Can Live Life to the Fullest as a Christian
How do you relate to your personal servants — your body, mind, appetites of the body such as hunger or thirst or lust? Are you ruling over them?
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What Will You Do to Reach Jesus? Follow This Woman’s Example
A desperate woman who sees Jesus as her only hope pushes beyond the crowd, beyond the social constraints, beyond anything that might prevent her from touching the hem of His garment.
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Answer His Call
A reminder that whom God calls, He equips. Stand strong against the spiritual wind and waves that threaten, knowing that God has already won the battle.
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What Do You Call Tardiness When You Find It’s Perfect Timing?
I had heard the advice way back in February but failed to act on it. Had I blown it? Was I too late? No! I’m exactly where I need to be right now.
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What Must You Conquer to ‘Possess the Land’ God Has Promised You?
Caleb had audacious faith. Faith enough to silence the naysayers all around him. Faith that God could win the battle for a prize piece of land.
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I’ve Lost Her: One Cat Who Stops Cars and Steals Hearts
Cats are selfish. They want their needs met and care little about you, except to do their bidding. But how we miss them when they’re gone!
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The Best Way to Appreciate a Gift Is to Use It Well
Our talents are not our property; we are simply God’s servants stewarding the gifts He has given us by using them well.
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Maybe Your Job Is to Reach the 1 Rather Than the 99
Be inspired! You can’t reach even one if you don’t get started My blog has been largely absent of words of late. I’ve written elsewhere — including “morning papers” that do seem to help uncork the flow of thoughts. But nothing is more discouraging than feeling that my work is unappreciated, my time thus wasted. […]
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Why ‘Imposter Syndrome’ Is a Good Thing
Christians, celebrate that Jesus makes you free Do you feel like a phony? Do you think that if people unearthed your background, your education, or looked closely at your skill set, they would find you are not as fabulous as you appear? If you do, you may struggle with “imposter syndrome,” a disorder originally called “imposter […]
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