Tag Archives: Encouragement

Joy in the Trenches

Posted on March 16, 2016 by Heart of the Matter

“Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (NIV) My husband and I have been sick with the flu this week. I mean really sick…the kind … Continue reading →

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Reflecting God’s love to a lost world

Posted on March 10, 2016 by Heart of the Matter

“This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins. Dear friends, since God so loved us, we also ought to love one another. No one … Continue reading →

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Friendship: One of the true joys of womanhood

Posted on March 3, 2016 by Heart of the Matter

  “Friendship is born at that moment when one person says to another: ‘What! You too? I thought I was the only one.’” –C.S. Lewis Friendship is not only one of God’s greatest blessings, but is one of the true … Continue reading →

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Our Journey to Heart Health (Part 6)

Posted on February 25, 2016 by Heart of the Matter

  For those of you who are following along on our heart health journey, I thought I would post an update. As of Tuesday, it has been 5 weeks since my husband had his triple by-pass surgery. He is doing … 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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