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Faith

Why Bother Applying Forgiveness?

Real relationships are messy. They are times of miscommunication, misunderstanding, unmet expectations, and hurt feelings.  More often than not though, the people closest to us do not set their sights on trying to make our lives miserable. But sometimes, when their misery cannot be contained, it  spills out all over those who are closest to…
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Learning

Why Bother Being Authentic?

Being honest with others begins with being honest with ourselves. When we believe it is better to be authentic than to be an impostor, to be genuine instead of disingenuous and to be at home in our own skin instead of wishing we were someone else, then we connect with ourselves.   The Real McCoy While…
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Communication

Why Bother Talking Less and Listening More?

Good communication is essential to good relationships. The better we are at relating to others, the better our relationships will be.  Where did you first learn to communicate? Most likely it was during your formative years from the adults that surrounded you.  Unique As a kid, I observed the adults around me and noticed how…
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Faith

Why Bother Knowing Who’s Sovereign?

I grew up in a family as the sixth of seven kids. Being nearly the youngest, I learned a lot from watching my siblings’ behaviors and the consequences that followed some of their antics.  My oldest brother had a temper and at times, displayed it for everyone to see and hear. But he always received…
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