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5 Church Outreach Ideas to Encourage Single Mothers Single mothers carry the burden of parenting, finances, and self-care independently without consistent support. Churches can be a part of the support system, offering spiritual and practical support to these courageous women. Through intentional interaction, compassion, and empathy, single mothers can feel… Read more »

The Hope of Praying for Your Adult Children If you don’t pray for your adult child, who will? One morning, as I sat with God, the Holy Spirit whispered these words to my heart. The weight of the truth gripped me. Who was praying for my children? Maybe their spouses,… Read more »

5 Simple Digital Habits to Help Students Stay on Track Ever opened your laptop and felt instantly overwhelmed by the mess on your screen? Between class notes, group projects, downloads, and a dozen tabs open for “later,” school life can feel like digital chaos. When your digital world is disorganized,… Read more »

A Future in Family Support: 9 Tips to Forge a Path to Making a Difference Have you ever wanted a career where you can truly help others? Many individuals face challenges in their daily lives, from financial struggles to emotional distress. Professionals in family support roles work to guide and… Read more »

Healing Old Wounds: Personal Reflections on Historic Abuse The scars left by historic abuse can linger for a lifetime, affecting not only those who have directly experienced it but also their families and communities. Acknowledging these wounds is often the first step towards healing. Recognition of the trauma and its… Read more »

Divorce Diaries: Finding Style and Strength in New Beginnings The journey through divorce can often feel like navigating an uncharted path, filled with unexpected challenges and opportunities for growth. As you embark on this transformative period, the importance of finding both style and strength in new beginnings cannot be overstated.… Read more »

Beware of These 3 Sneaky Hope Hijackers Recently, during my morning quiet time, I read Proverbs 13:12: “Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a desire fulfilled is a tree of life” (ESV). Have you ever paused to notice the expressions on the faces of people around you? Many look… Read more »

  Anchored in Hope: Finding Strength in Life’s Storms As a follower of Jesus, we have access to a hope that breathes life into our deepest pain. It’s a hope that shouts from rooftops rather than whispers from the sidelines. His hope is so much more than wishful thinking. It’s… Read more »

Are DIY Teeth Aligners Safe? What You Need to Know  Today, many people want a straighter and more beautiful smile. Clear aligners have become popular as a convenient alternative to metal braces to get an aligned smile. The rise in clear aligners’ popularity has also increased the interest in DIY… Read more »

Trusting the Father When I Don’t Understand The tune of Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus’ plays softly in the background as I tackle the day’s tasks before me. Deadlines loom, messages piling in my inbox scream for my attention, and a list of personal needs must be addressed.… Read more »