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Grounding Your Faith in Seasons You Don't Have a Church Home
Looking for a new church home is harder than I thought it would be. Here are some suggestions others gave me on navigating this season.
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October 29, 2019
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Thanks Be to God For _______________ (Week 1)
Anyone up for a gratitude challenge? For the next four weeks, The Network invites you to share evidence of God's goodness in your life.
October 9, 2019
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What Bible Verse or Story Has God Used In Your Life This Fall?
Let's encourage each other! What is a Bible verse or story that has been meaningful to you this fall?
August 1, 2019
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3 Easy Ways to Impact a Middle Schooler’s Identity and Faith
If you're looking for ways to encourage a middle schooler as a spiritual mentor and friend, check out this article.
July 16, 2019
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Hymns From a Hospital Room
These hymns were written by a young couple facing an unexpected hardship. They have freely shared them with others and I hope they encourage you, like they did me.
December 18, 2018
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Emojis and Christ-like Empathy
I typed too many words and hit send too fast. I was trying to soften the blow of news that felt so heavy it could crush someone. I was trying to fill a role that wasn’t mine to fill.
November 13, 2018
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Do You Have a Favorite Bible?
I want to get a new Bible for Christmas and am overwhelmed by all the options. I like to take notes but am not sure I want a journaling Bible. Which Bible do you use? Any recommendations?
October 29, 2018
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Some Dos and Don'ts from My Recent Attempt to Memorize Psalm 1
The no-nonsense approach of the 21-day challenge got my attention, and for the first time in a decade, I committed to memorizing Scripture. Here are some things I learned.
June 14, 2018
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Family Devotional?
I am looking for a devotional (with scripture references) that our family can use to spark discussion and bring God into our dinner or bedtime conversations. Any ideas?
May 12, 2018
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May It Be a Sweet, Sweet Sound
What if God wants us to talk to Him more like my two-year-old talks to me? Maybe He really does want the messy, the mundane, and everything in between. What an incredible thought!
February 20, 2018
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What Is One Way You Hope to Grow Spiritually This Lent?
We often think of Lent as a time to "give something up." But what if we flipped the focus to what we are trying to gain. Will you join me in sharing just one way you hope to grow this Lent?
December 19, 2017
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Has Anyone Tried Bible Journaling?
Have any Network readers tried Bible journaling? What do you like or dislike about it?
November 21, 2017
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What is One Way You Practice Gratitude?
More and more I'm finding that gratitude is something we practice. It's a habit we cultivate. I'm curious, what is one way you practice gratitude?
October 23, 2017
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Malachi and the Power of Passion Over Pronunciation
Arnie talked for a minute more, his curious energy bringing the Old Testament to life. As he sat down, I wanted to hug him. I wanted to say thank you for making a middle schooler interested in the book of Malachi.
August 29, 2017
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Where Have You ‘Tasted and Seen’ God’s Goodness This Summer?
I love David’s invitation in Psalm 34:8 to “taste and see that the Lord is good.” The verse is so tangible, a reminder that we can experience God's goodness. In what ways have you tasted and seen God's goodness this summer?
April 12, 2017
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What Are the Most Meaningful Parts of Holy Week and Easter to You?
As we go through Holy Week and celebrate Easter Sunday, I'd love to know: What traditions and/or parts of the week are most meaningful to you?
February 21, 2017
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What Are You Doing for Lent?
Lent is just over a week away (March 1 this year) and I'm curious to hear what churches and individuals in the CRC are doing to mark this season. Let's open up the discussion!
January 17, 2017
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Celebrating God's Goodness: A 52-Week Challenge
It’s easy to remember the big stuff from the past year—things like weddings, or selling a house, or natural disasters. But how can we remember God's goodness in the seemingly mundane moments of life?
December 26, 2016
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What Bible Verse Gives You Hope for 2017?
As we look ahead to 2017, what Bible verse (or verses) give you hope for the coming year?
December 5, 2016
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Finding Kindness in Bad Parking Spots
One Sunday I noticed something strange. Even though we were usually the first car at church, my dad always chose to park in the worst spot. His explanation has stuck with me to this day.
August 15, 2016
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How the Treadmill Taught Me About the Pace of a Christian Community
Because in that moment when I felt like a total and complete failure, she gave me a new a brand new outlook. She wanted to hangout with me even if it meant changing her own pace to go my speed.
July 19, 2016
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Suffering With Purpose: Learning From Bekki's Joy
I recently talked to Bekki about her relentless joy in spite of ongoing health and personal challenges. She candidly told me her story and encouraged all of us to avoid the temptation to throw ourselves a pity party.
June 2, 2016
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Infant Baptism or Dedication: What Should We Consider?
The Banner recently published a question about infant baptism versus dedication. The response pointed to Synod 2012's call to "refrain from rituals of infant or child dedication." Your thoughts?
April 27, 2016
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The Most Memorable Sermon You've Ever Heard?
Is there a sermon that completely opened your eyes to see things in a new way? Or, is there a sermon that spoke deeply into a struggle you've faced most of your life? I'd love to hear about it!
April 5, 2016
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Celebrating Easter: Chocolate Bunny Required?
A recent article in Forbes magazine reported that Americans now spend more money on Easter candy than they do on Halloween candy. Have you noticed an increase in Easter consumerism?