Posts about Christian Living (3)

In this era of content reels and social media influencers, our kids are constantly exposed to messages that relate to body image. Unfortunately, more and more of our kids are dealing with negative body image issues at surprisingly young ages.

While riding in the backseat of my Subaru Outback, one of my co-workers said it sounded as if I had a bad wheel bearing. I previously noticed a change in the sound of my tires on the road, but I confess I’m just shy of ignorant when it comes to car maintenance. I shared the news with my husband, but he didn’t seem too distressed, so I continued to drive the car every day – for months. Until one day, I couldn’t.

Read a good book lately?

[As appeared on Minneapolis Star Tribune] Here we are, just a few days into the New Year. How are those resolutions looking?

[As previously seen on beliefnet.com] On January 6th, some Christians choose to observe Epiphany, a traditional church holiday commemorating the magi’s visit to Jesus. As believers, the concept of epiphany could also take on a larger context, one that lasts throughout the year.

Christmas is a season of joy and celebration—but it can also become a source of stress if we’re not careful. The pressure to attend every event, buy endless gifts, and create picture-perfect moments can quickly overwhelm us, robbing us of the true spirit of the holiday.

The family altar is a time when the family unites together in the practice of three main elements: reading the Bible, praying, and worship. This triad helps the family foster spiritual growth, reflecting on godly character maturation.

[As previously seen on iBelieve] A few years ago, the flu hit a few members of our family right as Christmas break was starting. Plans of traveling out of state had to be canceled. Church festivities had to be skipped. Even Christmas morning traditions had to be adjusted. We were homebound for the holidays.