Tag Archives: today’s culture

Chasing After God: A Life Lived Passionately for Him

Posted on July 17, 2016 by Heart of the Matter

  Do you ever feel like the frantic cat in a “cat and mouse” game? Always running, always chasing…looking for something to satisfy that gnawing hunger within…never quite fast enough to attain the sumptuous prize? Life can be like that. … Continue reading →

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Celebrity Culture: Stoking parental dreams of fortune and fame

Posted on June 6, 2016 by Heart of the Matter

In today’s world we are enamored with celebrity culture. We “follow” movie and TV actors, spend loads of money on concert tickets, and idolize “bigger than life” sports figures. Many parents, who never realized their own dreams of achieving fame, have … Continue reading →

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A Letter to Moms of Sons

Posted on April 14, 2016 by Heart of the Matter

My husband and I have been praying for many years for the young man who will eventually ask for our daughter’s hand in marriage…even though now we have no idea who that person will be. We know that God has someone … Continue reading →

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Teens and Movies: What’s the Big Deal?

Posted on April 6, 2016 by Heart of the Matter

Does it really matter what movies your teenager goes to see?  I mean, what does movie viewing have to do with your teen’s Christian faith and walk? And should you, as the parent, have the final say in what they see? Not … Continue reading →

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Watershed Moments: Life Without Regret

Posted on March 30, 2016 by Heart of the Matter

If I could impart one small bit of wisdom to my young adult and teenage friends, it would be this: Recognize the watershed moments in your life and act accordingly, with wisdom, strength, and integrity. What is a watershed moment? A … Continue reading →

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