We all have those moments when we feel fully alive. A few days ago, I took my kids to our neighborhood park to play. It was a cold, sunny day and the chilly air invigorated us all and made me want to chase my kids around the park and slide down the slides with them.… Continue reading Little Choices Matter
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5 Tips for Cultivating Contentment at Christmastime
In a two day period at the end of November, Americans exhibit some strange, polar opposite behaviors. Yes, on Thanksgiving we bow our heads before a table full of food and give thanks to God for all of his bountiful provision for us over the past year. We acknowledge our blessings to one another and… Continue reading 5 Tips for Cultivating Contentment at Christmastime
5 Simple Ways to Grow in Thankfulness
Thanksgiving is coming up and I’ve been meditating on this passage in 1 Thessalonians 5, “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” As we seek to live with thankful hearts before the Lord, here are some ideas of how to get… Continue reading 5 Simple Ways to Grow in Thankfulness