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A Baby in a Basket: God Has a Plan for Us.

Posted on January 24, 2025 by Heart of the Matter

  Nothing that happens in the life of a believer is random. God, in His omniscient godness, has always had a plan for your life. He knew you would come to Him in faith. He knew the struggles you’d face, … Continue reading →

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Christian Liberty: What does it mean?

Posted on October 26, 2024 by Heart of the Matter

        I was raised Southern Baptist, not the strict fundamentalist kind of Baptist, but the “drinking and tattoos are sinful” kind. Our church didn’t ascribe to as many rules as some Baptist churches did. My parents, faithful … Continue reading →

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Hope for Those With Election Anxiety

Posted on October 20, 2024 by Heart of the Matter

There is panic among the masses in our country at this moment—among liberals and conservatives. Election 2024 is happening in two weeks and there is much anxiety about which candidate will be steering the ship for the next four years. … Continue reading →

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Springtime: A picture of new life in Christ

Posted on March 23, 2024 by Heart of the Matter

Spring has sprung and I’m enjoying planting a few flowers and filling the (too numerous) birdfeeders in my yard—hoping to entice my feathered friends to come down for a seedy feast. New shoots and leaves are bursting forth in my … Continue reading →

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What is the Secret to a Peaceful Life?

Posted on February 11, 2024 by Heart of the Matter

My favorite days are those in which I feel a sense of inner peace—when my family is doing well, my relationships are good, and all seems well in my little corner of the world.  Maybe that’s also true for you. … Continue reading →

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