Category Archives for Practical Living

Forgiveness – The Gift You May Still Need to Give

The bows and paper have been tossed by now. The clothes that didn’t fit have been returned. Perhaps you are satisfied with all the gifts you gave and received. We hope so.  We all love…

How to Help Your Kids Defeat Summer Boredom

  Every parent knows that with the much anticipated breaks from school also come the much dreaded words we all hear from the kids.  “I’m bored. There is nothing to do around here.”  As most…

Wrapping the Awkward Gift of Advice

Confrontation and giving advice. When we know our friends may be struggling with a problem, sin, or even an addiction, it’s never easy to offer helpful correction or give input.  In fact, it is like…

5 Power Phrases to Boost Your Relationships

  Five Simple Short Phrases to Boost the Love in Any Relationship.  Need a boost to your relationships today?  Here are 5 phrases that are sure to make a difference in any relationship you have,…

5 Ways the Church is Like a Little League Team

Ah, summer! Sunshine, picnics, and baseball!  Yes, there are the major leagues . . . I don’t think I’ll ever be there, except as a spectator ‘way up in the nosebleed section. And there is…