Tag Archives: heart of the matter

Because He is Risen!

Posted on March 25, 2024 by Heart of the Matter

  “But on the first day of the week, at early dawn, they went to the tomb taking the spices they had prepared. And they found the stone rolled away from the tomb, but when they went in, they did … 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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Four Tips for a Peaceful Holiday Season

Posted on October 27, 2023 by Heart of the Matter

  Each year as the holiday season approaches, many of us feel a slow and subtle rise in our stress level. The fall months are often filled with frantic shopping, decorating, attending various holiday programs and visits with extended family. … Continue reading →

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Roots are Easy, Wings are Hard : Preparing Your Children for Success

Posted on June 17, 2023 by Heart of the Matter

      We’ve all heard that we need to give our children roots and wings. I think we can all agree that the roots part is easy; we just love them consistently, provide for their basic needs and let them know they … Continue reading →

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