Monthly Archives: February 2016

Counter-Cultural Parenting

Posted on February 16, 2016 by Heart of the Matter

  As our culture slides down the slippery slope towards complete and total secularism, it is more important than ever that Christian parents take note and become counter-cultural in their parenting approach. We must wake up to the tidal wave … Continue reading →

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Mission: Motherhood

Posted on February 13, 2016 by Heart of the Matter

  Over the years, many of my young mom friends have expressed an uncertainty regarding their value and significance as a mom when they are in the trenches of motherhood. They wonder if they are fulfilling their calling—if they were … Continue reading →

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Our Journey to Heart Health (Part 4)

Posted on February 12, 2016 by Heart of the Matter

  As we walked in the door on that first day home after my husband’s hospital stay, we both breathed a sigh of relief. He was so happy to be home where he could get into his most comfortable clothes, sink … Continue reading →

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Have I Loved my Husband Well?

Posted on February 11, 2016 by Heart of the Matter

    I have been quite introspective lately in the wake of my husband’s recent heart surgery and subsequent recovery period. An unexpected, serious health crisis can have that effect on a person. As I’ve thought about the early years … Continue reading →

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Dads and daughters

Posted on February 7, 2016 by Heart of the Matter

  Last night as we were sitting around our family room after dinner, my husband asked my daughter, “Have I ever shown you how to play Backgammon?” Our teenage daughter, with a suspicious grimace and a roll of the eyes said, … Continue reading →

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