Raising Godly Children
May 7, 2025 by Shae Hamrick
Filed under Christian Life, For Her
By Shae Hamrick
The notion of raising children brings fear to the hearts of some. Others charge right in, only to be bewildered later. Most already know that raising children is not for the lazy or faint of heart. Children will challenge even the strongest of persons.
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The Fast of the Lord
May 3, 2025 by Laurette Willis
Filed under Christian Life, Health and Fitness
By Laurette Willis
“Is this not the fast that I have chosen: to loose the bonds of wickedness, to undo the heavy burdens…” (Isaiah 58:6)
The reasons we choose to fast and the reasons the Lord calls us to fast may be two entirely different things. You may choose to fast in order to hear the Lord more clearly, for direction in your life, to help a loved one, or to see a “mountain” moved out of your way. Many of us have also fasted to lose a few pounds (even though the weight usually comes back after the fast).
The Best Christmas Ever
May 1, 2025 by Marty Norman
Filed under Christian Life, Family Focus
By Marty Norman
This year we had our first white Christmas ever in Fort Worth, Texas! Not only was it white and beautiful but it was a blizzard. Who could have anticipated such a day?
I tried to prepare my son as he loaded presents and luggage into his Suburban for the three-hour drive from Austin with his wife, two dogs and three kids.
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An Emotional Affair
April 28, 2025 by Robi Ley
Filed under Christian Life, For Her
By Robi Ley
“We’re just friends. I can talk to him.” Have you ever said that about a man you know, but weren’t married to? If you have, you need to be aware of the inherent danger in such a statement and in such a relationship.
You may be asking yourself “What in the world is she talking about?” I’m talking about having an intimate friendship with someone who isn’t your husband.
Beautiful Snow
April 25, 2025 by Norma Vera
Filed under Christian Life, Family Focus
By Norma Vera
Sitting by my window trying to write next month’s article, I am fascinated by the snow coming down over the West Texas Plains. Running through my mind is a poem written by a young unknown writer. She died broken and alone during the early part of the Civil War. Among her manuscripts was found the poem, “Beautiful Snow”.
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