Category Archives: Spiritual Encouragement

Parenting an Introverted Child

Posted on November 6, 2015 by Heart of the Matter

As my husband and I sat on the beach soaking up the sun on one of our many family beach days, our son, Nathan, ten years old at the time, stood in line 25 yards away at the beachside hotdog stand. We had … Continue reading →

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5 Marriage Myths Busted!

Posted on November 5, 2015 by Heart of the Matter

Many young people today enter into marriage with an erroneous idea of what marriage is. They marry someone based on feelings of physical attraction or because of a ticking “biological clock”, having no idea of the self-sacrifice and determination it … Continue reading →

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10 Things I Want my Daughter to Know

Posted on November 3, 2015 by Heart of the Matter

You are loved and deserving of love. Inner beauty is much more valuable than outward beauty. Doing your best is good enough. You will never regret waiting until marriage for sex, but can never go back if you don’t. A … Continue reading →

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What is Christianity About Anyway?

Posted on November 3, 2015 by Heart of the Matter

  Many people don’t understand what Christianity is all about. They think it is a restrictive lifestyle of things you cannot do, a standard of behavior that is unattainable, an existence devoid of fun. In reality, Christianity is different than many … Continue reading →

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How Team Sports Encourage Godly Character Traits

Posted on October 31, 2015 by Heart of the Matter

Our daughter just finished an incredible season of high school volleyball where her team made it to the regional semi finals. Although they did not advance to the finals, they played really strong all year; gaining experience, improving their skills, … Continue reading →

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