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2017 Word of the Year: Transformation by Julie Arduini

Posted on December 28, 2016 by juliearduini

Some do resolutions, I do word of the year. Around September I start praying and watching for confirmation. Sometimes the words come later in the year, and I’ve had them as early as October. That was the case for this … Continue reading →

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Better Than New Year’s Resolutions

Posted on December 26, 2016 by Jennifer Slattery

Maybe it’s always this way, or perhaps I’m just more alert this year, but everywhere I look this Christmas, I see stress. Anxiety. Depression. Grieving. Hard stuff. People bustling about with Christmas carols playing, speaking cheerful holiday greetings, while inside … Continue reading →

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Christmas Greetings

Posted on December 22, 2016 by tararandel

Here’s wishing you a joyful Christmas. Let us celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ the King, God’s perfect gift. I pray you have a wonderful holiday season with your family and enjoy special time with loved ones. Take time to … Continue reading →

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Christmas Memories

Posted on December 21, 2016 by Maureen Lang

With only days left until the most celebrated holiday of the year, my guess is your house is just about as busy as mine. Last minute buying and baking, cleaning and cooking! I’ve been trying to watch some of my … Continue reading →

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The Grace of Joseph by Hannah Alexander

Posted on December 20, 2016 by alexanderhodde

          Our Clash verse today was about Joseph dealing with Mary’s unexpected pregnancy. Being a law-abiding Jew, he knew that legally he would need to divorce Mary–until he was told differently, of course. But because he … Continue reading →

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The Birth Of The Savior Through A Mother’s Eyes

Posted on December 16, 2016 by Author Mary Alford

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

Posted on December 15, 2016 by bethrachg

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

Posted on December 14, 2016 by juliearduini

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

Posted on December 13, 2016 by kristenheitzmann

    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

Posted on December 12, 2016 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

Posted on December 9, 2016 by yvon63

  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

Posted on December 8, 2016 by tararandel

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

Posted on December 6, 2016 by alexanderhodde

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

Posted on December 5, 2016 by Jennifer Slattery

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

Posted on November 30, 2016 by juliearduini

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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