Are you putting God in a box?

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Paul tells us in Ephesians 3:20 that God can do immeasurably more than we could even ask or imagine. So if God can and is willing to do i...

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Why you need to know what God is like

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If you watch kids play, you'll catch a toddler feeding baby dolls and putting them to sleep. You'll find someone pretending to sh...

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When is the right time for kids to go to slumber parties?

It’s back to school time. And if you’re like most parents, you are in a tailspin filling out paperwork, learning new schedule...

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Can you prevent your college student from losing her religion?

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This year, I have both a college freshman and a college senior. They were raised in church, grew up in Sunday school, and are well acquai...

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Three ways to share your story better

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If you've met Jesus, you've got a story to share. Stories are about change, and Jesus is all about changing lives. It's easy...

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How to know if your child is struggling at school

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Every parent has heard a story and said, “Oh, that is not my child.”  We love our children. They are a precious gift fr...

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What does "community" actually mean?

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We hear the word “community” a lot, especially around church. But what is it, really?  We have relationships all around...

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Who cares if you throw your life away?

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I went to breakfast with a friend last week. It was a breakfast that ended up lasting for three hours. It lasted so long because eve...

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Should your 20-something live at home?

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Daughter: “Mom, can I bring some friends from college over for dinner Sunday?” Me: “Yes, honey. We’d love that!&r...

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What to remember when you think someone will never change

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Have you ever watched someone make decision after decision that seemed to wreck their life? It’s a heart-wrenching experience when...

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How to share your faith without starting an argument

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Ever tried to share your faith and had someone argue with you about it? Scared to share Jesus because you may not be accepted by your fr...

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How to get your teenager talking

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You thought the toddler years were challenging and then your child became a teenager.  No matter how delightful or difficult your t...

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