Tag Archives: Christianity

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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5 Steps to a Joy-filled Life!

Posted on February 24, 2016 by Heart of the Matter

“You will show me the path of life; in your presence is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” Psalm 16:11 (NKJV) Find your purpose and calling and live in it. There is nothing more fulfilling than living … Continue reading →

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Jars of Clay

Posted on February 22, 2016 by Heart of the Matter

This verse from 2 Corinthians speaks to how, and why, we and so many others who know Christ can persevere through hardships and difficult circumstances. During the trials of life, we are not abandoned, crushed nor destroyed! To the contrary, … Continue reading →

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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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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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