Growing in the faith

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The Christian Walk: A Warm Summer Holiday?

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I was brimming with excitement when I finalized my bookings for my big trip to Europe last year. Having forked out a significant amount of money for both my air tickets and a new camera, I was certain my first trip to UK and France would be a complete blast.

Giving God the Glory or Using His Name in Vain?

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Some nights ago, I dreamed of *Kate, a friend whom I hadn't talked to in over 10 years. I woke up in shock and had a hard time getting back to sleep. This thought kept me awake for a long time, because Kate was someone I had deeply hurt in my teens.

What If Life Went Smoothly?

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One morning last summer, I rolled over and looked at my phone. One new message. I smiled. It was from a guy who took me to dinner the night before. I sighed in contentment and sat up.

Is it Okay for Christians to Read Self-Help Books?

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I have a confession to make: I write self-help books. No “Christian Living category” author ever wants to admit that they write self-help materials. Surely our work is far more important than mere self-help.

5 Tips to Stay Woke as a Christian

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“Stay woke? Well, I must be awake, because I am talking with you.” That was my response to a friend when I first heard the term, stay woke*.

The Time Nothing Went According to Plan

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This is a verse many Christians know by memory. I have known this verse since I was a little girl but never took it seriously.

Are You Questioning What You Believe?

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Lately, I’ve found myself questioning what I believe. I wouldn’t call it a crisis of faith, but I have some legitimate questions that have been shaking me up a bit.

Should We Give Help but Not Receive it?

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During dinner some days ago, my father lamented about how times have changed. It used to be that bosses care about their workers even outside of work.

Why I Kept Failing to Truly Forgive

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Forgiveness always felt like a mind game. When people hurt me, I would tell them that I forgave them. But the truth was I was rarely able to move on from painful experiences.