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Wise Words: From Dad
This month, as we celebrate Father’s Day, we recognize the wealth of wisdom dads of all ages have passed down to their children. Whether they’re offering financial advice, professional advice, relationship advice, encouraging…
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June Book of the Month: Exodus
Several years ago, when my husband and I lived in Little Rock, Arkansas, our church organized a summer book club based on the Book of Colossians. Church leadership encouraged members to host the…
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5 Ways to Host for Less
This month, as we celebrate Mother’s Day and look forward to Memorial Day weekend, check out some of these ideas for ways you can welcome people into your home, have a great time,…
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What Is a Quiet Life?
A couple of years after my husband, Steele, and I were married, my mother-in-law gifted us with what has become one of our most treasured possessions: a beautiful chalk-lettering print by artist Dana Tanamachi.…
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The Hospitable Home
When I think of hospitality, my parents—and their home, for that matter—come to mind, for they certainly have the gift the hospitality. They love welcoming people into their home, and they do so often.…
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May Book of the Month: Our Way Home
Since I was a child, I have loved reading. There’s something exciting about entering into another world entirely unlike—or perhaps very similar to—my own and meeting new characters. Whether I am witness to…
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Mother’s Day Gift Guide: A Unique Approach to Gifting
Have you ever heard of Gary Chapman’s book called The Five Love Languages? There are various editions of his book, but the idea is that while there are five basic types of love languages—Words…
Writings for the simple and quiet life
