Author: Dr. Linda

Scrolling through X (formerly Twitter) can feel like walking through a storm of anger. The endless stream of posts filled with hate, outrage, and violence is overwhelming. Very little feels uplifting or encouraging anymore. It’s not just disheartening—it’s deeply concerning. Proverbs 10:12 says, “Hatred stirs up conflict, but love covers over all wrongs.” Sadly, that’s exactly what we’re witnessing.…

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Author: Linda Mintle

“Our child is 4 years old and doesn’t understand much about Halloween. My husband and I talked about it and decided we are not going to celebrate the holiday. Surprisingly, my friends are giving me a hard time about our decision. For many reasons, including some experiences in our lives that were dark, we don’t…

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Author: Linda Mintle

Relationships can be the source of our greatest joy—and sometimes, our greatest frustration. Whether it’s between couples, family members, or close friends, most relationships face recurring challenges that, left unaddressed, can grow into major problems. Let’s look at a few of the most common issues couples face with practical, faith-based ways to repair and strengthen…

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Author: Linda Mintle

Let’s be honest—complaining feels good in the moment. It’s an easy habit, one we all slip into when life frustrates us. Whether it’s traffic, work stress, or that person who can’t seem to text back, venting gives us an instant sense of release and connection. But complaining may be doing far more harm than we…

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Author: Linda Mintle

It started as a simple comment. Sarah posted a photo celebrating her new job, and her old coworker, Lisa, left a snarky remark: “Guess brown-nosing finally paid off.” Within minutes, others jumped in—some defending Sarah, others piling on with sarcasm and memes. By the end of the day, a happy moment had turned sour. Sarah deleted her…

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Author: Linda Mintle