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First person: Wrapping up unfinished projects helps with mental capacity

September 7, 2024

“Whatever the reason we are putting off a specific task, it likely comes down to a sense of being overwhelmed — that we aren’t sure where to start or we dread the actions required,” writes Jennifer Rash.

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House of prayer: 12 ways to become a praying family

August 31, 2024

Homes ought to be places of prayer as we intercede for family members and others. Getting started in building a praying family, though, is not always easy. Here are 12 ways to help. …

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First person: 3 types of dangerous leaders

August 29, 2024

During the past 10 years, I’ve learned about three dangerous kinds of leaders. Check out more on who they are.

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Opinion: What to do when anger, outrage hurts the church

August 25, 2024

Many of us live in communities who are suspicious of people who participate in church, imagining all kinds of wild thoughts about who we are

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Your Voice: Ways to pray as a new school year begins

August 24, 2024

First-person articles, comments, letters to the editor, blog excerpts, social media posts and more …

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First person: The impact of true friendships

August 23, 2024

“I love the reminder in Ecclesiastes 4 that ‘Two are better than one because they have a good reward for their efforts. For if either falls, his companion can lift him up … ,'” writes Rhonda Rhea on friendship.

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First person: Will we know one another in heaven?

August 23, 2024

Will we remember our closest friends in heaven? Will we still know one another? A quick survey of biblical literature answers these questions.

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First person: Ways to pray as a new school year begins

August 20, 2024

School is a challenge, for teachers and students. Check out some of the specific ways you can pray as we start a new school year.

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First person: Time to lean in at the finish line

August 19, 2024

The men’s 100-meter race at the 2024 Paris Olympics generated global interest. It was the fastest field ever assembled with the winner not only winning gold but also claiming the titles as “World’s Fastest Man.”

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9 reasons bitterness can consume church members

August 16, 2024

Chuck Lawless explains nine reasons why bitterness can consume church members and why it is important to repent and ask God for a change of heart.

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