by Kathy Banta | Nov 3, 2016 | Relationships
Recently, I had the honor of being a judge for the Miss Teen pageant in Minneapolis. It was a two-day event. Contestants participated in interviews, modeled casual wear and formal gowns. As I judged, I looked for personality, poise, confidence, and authenticity. A...
by Karah Hawkinson | Sep 22, 2016 | Relationships
Relationships are hard. We hear that phrase so often it’s starting to lose meaning, but it’s still so true. Recently I was driving (something I do a lot as I commute 45 miles each way for work!), and the phrase “A merry heart doeth good like a medicine” just kept...
by Guest Contributor | Sep 20, 2016 | Relationships
Each of us is faced with thousands of choices every day that define our thoughts, our behavior, and who we are to the world. This fall’s Thrive Conference explores the idea that the choices we make hold power and provide opportunities that influence ourselves, others,...
by Cindy Dullum | Sep 5, 2016 | Relationships
“The joy of the Lord is my strength.” Nehemiah 8:10 I sat down next to her. We had been pew partners before, although I often sat behind her. Usually her young daughter was all smiles and very friendly. Today this child had her back facing her mom, arms crossed in...
by Guest Contributor | Aug 25, 2016 | Relationships
I’m writing this post to those of you who are currently single when you thought maybe you’d be closer to putting a ring on it by now. I’ll be honest: I am 22 years old, and my relationship history is basically a vast, desolate wasteland with no signs of life and a few...
by Kandy Noles Stevens | Aug 4, 2016 | Relationships
One photo stopped me in my tracks a week ago. While scrolling through Facebook, I saw a young couple embrace and my eyes filled with tears. For this couple I have prayed was all my thoughts could repeat. Their young marriage had been tested and worn and through it all...
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