Should Christians Celebrate Halloween?
“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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Fixing Us: Common Relationship Issues and Repairs
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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The High Cost of Complaining
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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The Destructive Power of Idle Words
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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When You’re Doing Everything Right and the Scale Still Won’t Move
“I am frustrated. I’ve cut way back on eating and still not losing weight.” Does this sound familiar? Many people share this same struggle. While the basic principle of weight loss—eat less, move more—is true in theory, real-life weight loss is far more complex. Sometimes, the key isn’t about calories—it’s about your relationship with food.…
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