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Deep Thoughts on Steadfast Faith

Posted on July 10, 2023 by Heart of the Matter

  Faith is a living and unshakable confidence. A belief in God so assured that a man would die a thousand deaths for its sake. —Martin Luther Why do I believe there is a God when so many others don’t? … Continue reading →

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Simple Things That Make My Heart Sing!

Posted on April 21, 2017 by Heart of the Matter

  I sing in two different choirs. My own church choir, which is like a family to me, and a large statewide choir (300 strong) that sings at various events and churches around our state several times a year. Participating in … Continue reading →

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Being There (In honor of the best Daddy I know)

Posted on June 15, 2016 by Heart of the Matter

  He’s been there for the basketball, football, volleyball and softball games. The soccer and tennis matches. The band concerts, recitals, and awards nights. For years… Always encouraging. Always supporting. Always applauding. Always there. He’s been there for dinner and … Continue reading →

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Battling Discontent

Posted on March 6, 2016 by Heart of the Matter

Many women today struggle with discontent. I admit, even I have wrestled with discontent in the past and sometimes still do. It’s a universal and persistent problem in our culture. I have wanted more things than I had, wanted my husband … Continue reading →

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Counting my Blessings

Posted on November 24, 2015 by Heart of the Matter

“Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name.” Psalm 100:4-5 (NIV) Thankfulness . . . where do I begin? As I think about my life this week of Thanksgiving, I … Continue reading →

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