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How to Put Love into Action

Serving, Community
November 27, 2012
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If you enjoyed Everly Pleasant's article "Blessed and Be Blessed" in the December issue of P31 Woman, check out her ideas on how to put love into action. Read the Article →

The Perfect Liar

By Renee Swope
Spiritual Growth, Overcoming Fear, Marriage, Healing from Hurts, Relationships, Community
March 31, 2011
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by Jeanette Towne

I never considered myself a liar. Good Christian woman, happily married, proud mother of four teens and the President and CEO of a corporation. As many of us do, I put on my plastic smile every day, dressed myself in the armor of coordinating clothes and padded ... Read the Article →

Turn Your Girlfriends into Sisters

By Sallie Hagen

“I thank God every day for this group. I’ve never seen women share so openly and honestly.”
“I’ve prayed to be part of something just like this.”
“My husband jokes that we’re the Ya-Ya Sisterhood, but he knows this group is good for me ... Read the Article →

Christ-Like in the Bleachers

By Renee Swope
Family, At Home, Parenting, Balance, Kids Activities, Relationships, Goals, Community
August 1, 2010
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By Sara Jo Poff

The roar of the parents’ voices filled the gym. Admittedly, the game was getting tense, but the situation was worsening. It was the last quarter and the teams were tied for the championship. Parents were beginning to scream over the sound of the coach and the ... Read the Article →

Welcoming Overnight Guests: Hospitality Tips

By Renee Swope
At Home, Relationships, Organization, Ministry, Community
April 1, 2010
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By Karen Ehman

Hospitality.
Sometimes the very word sends shudders up our spine as doubt invades our brain. “Host others for a meal or even overnight? No way. Not me!!! Too difficult and almost downright scary!”

Fear not, sweet sisters! There are simple solutions to your hosting dilemmas. With a ... Read the Article →

Sexting? Is Your Child?

By Renee Swope
Family, At Home, Parenting, Kids Activities, Relationships, Community
March 1, 2010
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by Lynn Cowell

Concern seemed to spill from the girls’ lips as I heard their discussion developing in the back seat of the car. “You’ll help me as I confront her, right?” “Right.” Obviously, there was something happening in the lives of these seventh grade girls, causing them to ... Read the Article →

Ten Things You Can Do for Parents of Really Sick Kids

By Renee Swope
Spiritual Gifts, Serving, Relationships, Ministry, Community
October 1, 2009
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By Jolene Philo

During a family crisis, people want to put feet to their prayers and help in tangible ways. Here are ten practical things you do for parents of really sick kids.

1. Be specific. Say “I’ll come for your laundry Tuesday” rather than “Call me if there ... Read the Article →

Generosity - The Big Give

By Renee Swope
Finances, Community
January 1, 2009
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by Tracy Nunes

I know what it’s like to give, then sit back proudly and give myself a pat on the back for how spiritual I am. I know what it’s like to forget my motivation for giving in the first place. This happened to me during the ... Read the Article →

Book Club 101: 7 Tips for Beginning a Book Club Ministry

By Renee Swope
Community
January 1, 2009
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by Heather Goodman

Inspired by Oprah and a love for books, book clubs are peppering neighborhoods, churches, and libraries. Book clubs can be a way to delve deeply into books chapter by chapter, or they can be an excuse to get together over a common interest. Beginning a book club ... Read the Article →

A Cup of Cold Water

By Renee Swope
Parenting, Community
January 1, 2009
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by Sharon Sloan

“If anyone gives even a cup of cold water to one of these little ones because he is My disciple, I tell you the truth, he will certainly not lose his reward.” Matthew 10:42 (NIV)

The fiendish heat wave was in its seventh day. Local news ... Read the Article →

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