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The Birth Of The Savior Through A Mother’s Eyes

It’s the time of year when we celebrate the birth of our Savior. An amazing time where God’s love can been seen in the birth of His Son. The Word became flesh and dwelt among us. When I think about … Continue reading

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New Christmas Traditions

by Elizabeth Goddard Every Christmas of my life I have spent at home with my parents. But that’s changing this year. Mom passed on to be with the Lord in April, and whether I want the change or not, it has happened. … Continue reading

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The Wrapped Christmas Movies by Julie Arduini

I glanced at the post most likely on Facebook or Pinterest and kept scrolling. Our eighteen year old, loyal in keeping and creating traditions, showed me the same post and announced he was going to do it. What’s our new … Continue reading

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TSTL Syndrome by Kristen Heitzmann

    We’ve all experienced it, that TSTL moment in a story when everything has been going along just right. The character’s traits have been demonstrated: strength, courage, intelligence, maybe a little pluck, arrogance, or sarcasm to keep it fun, … Continue reading

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The Christmas Spirit by Vicki Hinze

The Christmas Spirit I’m hearing from many of you that you’re having trouble finding the Christmas Spirit this year. I understand your notes far better than I wish I did. Yet the Christmas Spirit lives; I know it. You do, … Continue reading

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CELEBRATING THE TRUE MEANING OF CHRISTMAS

  CHRISTMAS – What makes Christmas special? Decorations, carols, food, gifts, and time spent with those we love can certainly create a memorable legacy. But for Christians, Christmas is about more than personal tradition. RECOGNIZE – It’s the day set … Continue reading

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Traditions by Tara Randel

The holidays are a special time of the year, a time we spend with family and friends enjoying each other’s company and counting our blessings. There are certain Christmas traditions I keep repeating each year. When I was growing up, … Continue reading

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Smiling Again by Hannah Alexander

Yes, of course I’ve written about this before. After writing hundreds of posts with Christiansread, some of us are bound to cover the same territory twice. I do, however, believe this subject bears repeating. December has always been my most … Continue reading

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My Built-in, Underutilized Filter

Do you ever feel as if your mouth runs amuck, leaving your brain scrambling to catch up? And when conflict arises, or you feel squeezed, does your brain ever lag so far behind, the party is over before she even realizes there’s been an invite? Life … Continue reading

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The Catapult by Julie Arduini

My goodness, where did this year go? In some ways it has felt so long, and yet, I know I missed posting here because it has been so busy. I pray life is treating you well. A couple weeks ago … Continue reading

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It’s the kickoff of the Christmas season…

It’s that time of the year when we find ourselves tossed in a dozen different directions. With Thanksgiving behind us, it’s officially the Christmas season. While I love this time of the year, it’s hard not to be a little … Continue reading

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Giving Thanks by Tara Randel

Happy Thanksgiving! Here’s wishing you and yours a very Happy Thanksgiving. My you find time to spend with those you love and count all the many blessings the Lord has bestowed upon you this year. While you’re enjoying a festive … Continue reading

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Once Upon a Time by Hannah Alexander

  Long ago and far away, a California girl moved to the Missouri Ozarks with her parents. To say that it was traumatic would be a tragic understatement. She knew no one and had no siblings. Her parents both worked … Continue reading

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Peace in Tumultuous Times by Vicki Hinze

  We are living in tumultuous times. If you’ve been awake, you’re well aware of this and don’t need a primer to be advised. We’re all seeing a lot of things more clearly, and we’re running into brick walls on … Continue reading

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Evil Spellcheck by Kristen Heitzmann

Recently I read an article about people incorrectly pluralizing names. The gist of it was that people are using apostrophes when they want to talk about the Watsons. When this editor explains that it’s wrong to write Watson’s to indicate … Continue reading

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