Tag Archives: peace

Forgiveness: Just Do It!

Posted on September 18, 2023 by Heart of the Matter

I had to forgive my husband today. I didn’t want to, but I did it. Do you easily forgive your spouse when they mess up, or do you hold a grudge or give them the silent treatment? I have been … Continue reading →

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Reflections of Covid19: Finding Meaning in the Stillness

Posted on June 15, 2020 by Heart of the Matter

  As I sat outside this morning watching the birds in my yard dart from tree to tree, stopping to sip from the gently bubbling, crushed stone birdbath, it occurred to me that I have learned a very valuable lesson … Continue reading →

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Peace in the Season of Covid-19

Posted on March 31, 2020 by Heart of the Matter

Peace…as elusive and rare as a roll of toilet paper in this historic moment of Corona virus, empty store shelves, social distancing and self-quarantine. Many people are worried, even panicked over the lack of certain consumer products, the fear of … Continue reading →

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5 Daily Habits for Effective Christian Living

Posted on April 18, 2017 by Heart of the Matter

  Living a purposeful and effective Christian life with a spiritual mindset doesn’t come naturally to us. In general, we are more earthly minded, haphazardly rushing about our day completing tasks, going to meetings, running errands—focusing on the urgent, but … Continue reading →

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Hope for the Lonely on Valentine’s Day

Posted on February 14, 2017 by Heart of the Matter

Valentine’s Day. Exciting! Joyful! Romantic! Fun! Uncertain. Lonely. Depressing. Disappointing. This particular holiday can elicit very different emotions in each of us according to where we find ourselves in life. It’s a “pairing up” holiday, a celebration of love and … Continue reading →

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