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Tips For Anxiety And Worry

Tips For Anxiety And Worry

“Do not be anxious about anything!” (Phil. 4:6) Well, that’s short and simple. So, why do people worry? Why are you sometimes anxious?

I can think of numerous legitimate reasons: cares of responsible living, relational issues, health problems, details surrounding death, unexpected sorrows, financial concerns.

Realistically, there are also reasons not so legitimate. Regardless, let’s explore tips for anxiety and worry. Read More …

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Need Illumination - Scripture Dissection

Need Illumination? – Scripture Dissection

Whether you’re driving at night, rummaging in the basement, trying to get your grass mowed before the sun totally sinks, or simply trying to get from your bed to the bathroom at night . . . you need illumination.

Similarly, you need light to –

Direct your heart.
Know where to go when you can’t see ahead.
Know how to respond when things don’t make sense.

Realistically, in many ways, you need illumination. Read More …

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''Speak And Do''

“Speak And Do”

Last article, we explored how Words Are Important. However, you’ve lived long enough to know that “speak and do” definitely go together.

How many times have you noticed some folks just say a lot of words that sound great – sometimes perhaps even boastful. Sadly, they never live out what they talk about. The people we respect most are ones who put “speak and do” together. Read More …

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Words Are Important

Words Are Important

A few months ago, we published an article “Action Is Better Than Words.” Of course, that is true. In fact, I don’t think anyone would disagree. However, words are important, too!

You may remember diagramming sentences in grammar school. (Perhaps you’re thinking – “Ugh – don’t talk about that!”) Most people either loved or hated diagramming sentences. Nevertheless, whenever you assemble words, you express concepts and ideas. Equally, you assemble attitudes. Interestingly, you also assemble influence.

Let’s explore how words are important! Read More …

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9 Ways To Help Someone

9 Ways To Help Someone

Have you ever been in a situation where you really wanted to help someone? Perhaps, you didn’t know quite what to do. Today we discuss nine ways to help someone.

If you’re reading this, you likely have a tender heart and care about helping other people in our broken world. I want to affirm this desire in you. In fact, you remind me of Jesus. So, read on for helpful tips. And keep your heart in this admirable place. Read More …

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