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10 Great Blessings from the Bible

10 Great Blessings from the Bible

“God bless them,” “Bless your heart,” “count your blessings,” and “#blessings” abound as social platitudes, but what does it really mean to be blessed or to bless someone else? We all want material blessings, but perhaps spiritual blessings that only come from God are the most vital and important to seek as we navigate life’s journey. For me, the way the Bible gives me hope and courage is frequently through blessings from the Bible, and so I’ve put together this list of 10 great blessings from the Bible to share with you…. Read More

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Contentment at Christmas

As the Christmas shopping season creeps closer to Halloween with each passing year, I’m reminded how advertisements, media, and companies prey on our inability to be content. For a nation overly concerned with happiness, it seems that we exist in a vicious cycle perpetuated by capitalism, which is an unfortunate byproduct of our wonderful free market economy. It seems to me that the odds are stacked against us finding contentment at Christmas…. Read More

top 15 thanksgiving bible verses

Top 15 Thanksgiving Bible Verses

As is customary on Thanksgiving Day, giving thanks for everything we have can be easy or hard depending on what’s going on in our lives. If things are tough, it’s often hard to give God our thanks; when things are going well, sometimes we forget to thank God, too. We praise God first because he loved us and sent his only son to die for us on the cross (John 3:16), everything else should be gravy. Of course, it’s never quite that simple. If you’re like me and you need constant reminders to stop and be grateful and thank God for everything, you’ll find this list of Thanksgiving Bible verses handy…. Read More

20 Unique Gifts for the Writers and Readers in Your Life

20 Unique Gifts for the Writers and Readers in Your Life

Buying a gift for someone is hard, but buying a gift for the writers and readers in your life doesn’t have to be. Those of us who love reading (and writing) would rather be discussing ideas or jotting down poems crave gifts that speak to our souls. Call us bibliophiles, nerdy, wordy, or bookish, we’ll respond nicely when you feed the beast that craves anything having to do with the written word. In this list of 20 unique gifts for the writers and readers in your life, I’ll aim to pick some great finds for you to consider for the next birthday or holiday gift. … Read More

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When God Shows Up in Worship

One’s conversion to Christianity often includes a dramatic overwhelming God-moment. Something incredible happens when the Holy Spirit breaks through and speaks to you directly. This type of encounter with God usually causes a change, or pivot, from doubt to belief. When God shows up, the overwhelming evidence is convincing, and we have no choice but to accept and say yes to God. … Read More

What are the pitfalls of checklist Christianity?

What Are the Pitfalls of Checklist Christianity?

When I became a Christian over twenty years ago, I wanted to know the best ways to fully engage with my new faith and become a devoted follower of Christ. While I grew up in Christian Science and attended church with my family regularly, I didn’t really understand that Christianity hinged on the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ as my personal savior. As I fully devoted myself to him, I wanted to be a good Christian but wasn’t sure what I needed to do. I was looking for ‘checklist Christianity’—a rubric for how and what to do as a new Christian…. Read More

What is My Purpose After Motherhood?

What is My Purpose After Motherhood?

I rattled off some details about my life, slightly nervous to bear my soul to a complete stranger. So goes it when you begin a relationship with a new therapist—one part medicine, one part confessional.

Without too much warning, she asks me point blank,

“It sounds like you’re wrestling with meaning and purpose. Do you know what your purpose is?”
… Read More

10 bible verses about anxiety

10 Bible Verses About Anxiety

The Bible can offer us peace and comfort during times of anxiety, grief, and depression; however, if you are having symptoms that go beyond what you can handle, I strongly encourage you to reach out to a medical or mental health professional. Bible verses about anxiety can pave the path to reducing stress and remind you that God loves you and is there for you…. Read More

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How to Write Your Story of Leaving Christian Science

Writing can be a therapeutic way to process meaningful events in your life. Leaving your family’s religion, or any religious group can be emotional and even traumatic. When I first wrote my own story of leaving Christian Science, I found that it took lots of time to recall and process all the details and steps. I didn’t just wake up one day looking for a change; in fact, there were lots of small incremental signs in my life that Christian Science wasn’t working and was actually harming my relationship with God. If you’ve already left Christian Science, I’d like to encourage you to write your story…. Read More

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Everyday Love [Poem]

With each passing year, I appreciate my marriage to my husband more and more. In talking with my writing friends, we began talking about the joys of “everyday” normal life (after Covid). When the world is shaken and everything turns topsy turvy, taking stock of the normal, everyday, run-of-the-mill things often brings peace and comfort. I think we can all safely say that everyday love is something special. That’s why I wrote this poem about everyday love…. Read More

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Lauren Hunter is a freelance writer, author, coach, and musician who loves exploring the big picture of the journey we are all on together. She is the author of two books: Leaving Christian Science: 10 Stories of New Faith in Jesus Christ and Write Your Journey: A Step-by-Step Guide to Write Your Life Story Fast.

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