Category Archives: Spiritual Encouragement

When God slams on the brakes…

Posted on January 15, 2016 by Heart of the Matter

  “In his heart, a man plans his course, but the Lord determines his steps.” Proverbs 16:9 (NIV) My husband and I have been very blessed during our married life. Although we’ve had some lean times when my husband was … Continue reading →

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When Life Throws You a Curve Ball

Posted on December 27, 2015 by Heart of the Matter

  What do you do when unexpected difficulties crop up in your life? When life throws you a curve ball, how do you respond? This question became more real to us recently when a member of our family was discovered … Continue reading →

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The faithful spirit of Mary, the mother of Jesus.

Posted on December 22, 2015 by Heart of the Matter

“But the angel said to her, ‘Do not be afraid, Mary, you have found favor with God. You will be with child and give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name, Jesus’…’How will this be’, … Continue reading →

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The Word became flesh…

Posted on December 13, 2015 by Heart of the Matter

“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning.” John 1:1 (NIV) “The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us.We have seen his … Continue reading →

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Gifts for the Savior at Christmas Time

Posted on December 9, 2015 by Heart of the Matter

          As we head into the Christmas season, our thoughts turn to the birth of Jesus and how that glorious, yet seemingly simple event has impacted us as human beings. He was born in a stable in Bethlehem, cradled … Continue reading →

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