Tag Archives: spiritual growth

Equipping Our Children for Future Marriage Success

Posted on February 16, 2017 by Heart of the Matter

When our children are small, we do our best to teach them good habits and to develop positive character traits—although, admittedly, we sometimes take our eye off the ball and fall back into just getting through the week. Sometimes our … 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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Don’t be Shy: Coming Boldly Before the Throne!

Posted on February 6, 2017 by Heart of the Matter

  “Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” Hebrews 4:16 (NKJV) Some people have a naturally bold approach to life, others, have a … Continue reading →

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Why Am I Here?: Rediscovering Man’s Original Purpose.

Posted on January 28, 2017 by Heart of the Matter

  A. W. Tozer is a well-known theologian who was a minister in the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church for many years. During his lifetime he authored several books–The Pursuit of God being his most famous–but, his true passion was worship. … Continue reading →

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The Bible isn’t just for Sundays!

Posted on December 27, 2016 by Heart of the Matter

Did you know the Bible isn’t just for Sundays? I mean, many of us take our Bible to church each Sunday where we may, or may not (!) use it as we listen to the pastor’s sermon from our church pew … Continue reading →

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