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The Spiritual Nature of Downtime

We live in a chaotic, noisy world. Even when alone, apart from everyone, we are bombarded with texts, emails, and social media messages. All vying for our attention. Seeking solitude and silence is not only about finding a quiet place. It's about discovering the beauty of removing ourselves from the cacophony of alerts, alarms, and messages to find rest in the Word, in Jesus. It because of this your downtime, or free time, is your best opportunity for spiritual growth. A commitment to using your downtime to find rest in God's Word will determine what, if any, fruit you produce with your life. 

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How to Discover Joy

I want to have joy in my life. Don’t you? Happiness, as described, is based on happenings. We are happy only if good things are happening. However, I want something more permanent than that, something that is not fleeting but persists even during difficult seasons. I want joy. If you, like me, desire joy, let’s discuss the one way to discover joy even when discontent with the happenings of life.

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Repairing Broken Communication

It happens to every married couple - a communication breakdown. You’re cruising along (probably on Cruise Control) when suddenly, there is a breakdown. Things have broken down, and all your attempts to adjust and compromise have failed. Well, here are 3 tips for repairing a communication breakdown in your marriage.

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