Growing in the faith

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Why I Decided To Rein In My Tongue

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I have always been a transparent, straight-talking person. When I’m in a good mood, I find someone to share my joy with. When things don’t go my way, I make sure that those around me hear of my grievances.

When 2017 Starts Off on the Wrong Foot

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I blame it on the two cups of tea and one cup of coffee I had earlier that day. Though it was almost 2am, my mind was still active and raring to go.

How God Taught Me to Give

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I am surrounded by giving people. Their tireless generosity is inspiring to me, and I want to emulate their giving spirit.

God’s Perfect Plan in My Imperfect Birth Story

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I never imagined that I would have to undergo a cesarean section when I was pregnant with my first child. At the time, I was young and healthy.

The Courage To Grieve

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I am not at all claiming to be an expert on the varied topic of grief. Although there may be familiar elements between individuals’ grief experiences, their paths are distinctly unique.

God is Not a Perfectionist

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“Another morning and I wake with thirst for the goodness I do not have,” writes the American poet Mary Oliver. This was a line that resonated with me for several years.

Should Christians be Optimistic or Cynical?

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In my earlier years, I constantly swung between being optimistic and cynical. Whenever I wanted something desperately, I would fix my mind on it and pour my 110 percent into it, along with a few prayers.

5 Facts that Helped Me Choose Forgiveness

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We all react differently when people hurt us. Some of us lash back, some of us brood quietly, and some turn to other sources of comfort for solace. Sometimes, we can become bitter after being hurt, and it eventually destroys our relationships.

Blessed to Bless Others

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Three months ago, I took a nervous step off a plane onto Australian soil (or rather, concrete pavements), after an incredible nine months in another country. This re-entry to my home country marked the end of a life-changing journey of working in a developing country.