Tag Archives: Encouragement

The Sandwich Generation

Posted on February 22, 2016 by Heart of the Matter

  “Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the Lord your God is giving you.” Exodus 20:12 (NIV) It can be tough being in the sandwich generation. If you don’t know what … 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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Our Journey to Heart Health (Part 4)

Posted on February 12, 2016 by Heart of the Matter

  As we walked in the door on that first day home after my husband’s hospital stay, we both breathed a sigh of relief. He was so happy to be home where he could get into his most comfortable clothes, sink … 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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Our Journey to Heart Health (Part 2)

Posted on February 3, 2016 by Heart of the Matter

    The Triple By-Pass After meeting with our surgeon and setting the date for my husband’s triple by-pass, we went home to pray and prepare for his impending surgery. It had all happened so fast. His surgery was set for … Continue reading →

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