All the Small things
Is your heart right with God?
That’s a really important question to ask yourself. Do you go to church weekly, with a joyful and worshipful heart? When in the service, do you actually listen to what you’re being taught? Do you go home and read your Bible and think to yourself of what you could work [...]
Friends: Playgroup—For Kids or for Moms?
Every week for the past two years, with few exceptions, I have faithfully attended…playgroup. Sure, my boys love playing with the other kids. And they learn valuable lessons in sharing and getting along with others. But most importantly, I go because of the moms. This group of women includes some of the most significant friendships [...]
Growing closer as a couple
Hebrews 13:4 “Marriage is to be held in honor among all…”
Many couples come to the point where they feel unappreciated and even rejected by their partners. After a certain point in a relationship couples tend to stop doing what they did when they first started dating, such as surprising each other with presents; it could [...]
Backyard sports!
Tons of fun can come out of playing backyard sports—football/flag football, ultimate frisbee, wiffle ball, tennis, volleyball, basketball, soccer, and even ultimate football. Each sport has its own set of rules, own way of having fun, and own techniques in playing.
Playing the game
Planning when to play the game is the most important part. Most [...]
Influential friends in new places
Meeting new friends feels great! However, there are times when a new acquaintance is not meant to become a new friend. Sometimes, you may meet someone who is a negative influence and who pulls you away from your relationship with God. It’s important to befriend people who will strengthen our walk with God. This doesn’t [...]
Study Party
Tests and finals can often be very stressful, and one of the best things we can do to help relieve the pressure of the upcoming tests is to be prepared. A fun way to do that is to host a study party, so we can serve our classmates (1 Peter 4:10), and hopefully learn [...]
Caring for a Friend
Genesis 1:26: “Then God said, ‘Let us make man in our image, in our likeness, and let them rule over the fish of the sea and the birds of the air, over the livestock, over all the earth, and over all the creatures that move along the ground.” We are told that from the beginning [...]
What defines a Friend?
Since this month’s theme is “Pierce my heart to live up to Your potential for me,” I thought it’d be appropriate to discuss the key qualities found in good friendships. While reading, honestly think about whether or not you are living up to what God wants you to be to your friends. We’re [...]
Valentine’s Party
We often have the picture perfect Valentine’s Day in our minds, and it usually includes a special someone. Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be all about relationships, though; this holiday can be a fun day for everyone!
One way to have fun on Valentine’s Day, whether in a relationship or not, is to throw a [...]
Anti-Superbowl Party
January is a great time to focus on renewing ourselves with our friends! The Superbowl is coming up, and my husband loves throwing a Superbowl party for his friends in our basement. I, on the other hand, couldn’t care less about the Superbowl (sorry, football fans!).
When the house is filled with Superbowl fans, food, [...]