What just happened? I came into that scenario with the best intentions, and yet somehow they still snapped at me! Doing the right thing is not a guarantee that we will get the right response in return. There are many reasons why we might receive a negative reaction...
One of the most beautiful gifts we can give to others is our presence in their pain. Knowing you are not alone when you are walking through something hard is so important, especially when it involves the death of a spouse. When you lose your teammate in life, it’s...
With summer coming to an end, many people are thinking back fondly of the time spent on vacation. Whether it’s road-tripping to see a new city, hiking and taking in the natural beauty around us, or sitting on the beach to soak up the sun, we can all benefit from...
There’s something deeply fulfilling about committing to build a life with the person you love most, grounded in a shared faith. But that doesn’t mean it’s easy! It takes work. And on the hard days, when you feel frustrated, confused, or lost, you may find...
Have you ever walked through a season of life when finding the time to open your Bible seemed impossible? When the busyness of life—or perhaps struggles with your mental health—become overwhelming, it can be hard to slow down, quiet your mind, and spend meaningful...
Most parents hope to maintain a close, loving relationship with their children as they grow into adulthood. Unfortunately, the relationship they imagined doesn’t always become reality. When that happens, the disappointment can run deep, leaving parents wondering...
When your marriage is going through a hard season, you can start to feel stuck. Maybe there was a big blowup after infidelity or some other form of betrayal was discovered. Maybe you bicker so much that it’s hard to remember the last time you and your...
My mom, Patsy Fleener, showed me what it looks like to have a beautiful, full life. I’ve always strived to be more like her, and I can only hope to have a life as full as hers when I’m her age! Mom came to town recently to see one of her grandchildren in a show, and I...
“I’ve been seeing someone. It started a while ago. I tried to stop it, but…I didn’t.”“Do you love her?”“I don’t know. I think I might.” The words above will resonate with many who have walked through betrayal and its aftermath. If you’ve been part of our...
When we’re trying to help others, it’s natural to offer advice, share practical strategies, or point people toward helpful resources. Those things are valuable and often necessary—but they’re also one step removed from your own experience. Sometimes,...
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