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Teens Aren’t Socializing in the Real World. And That’s Making Them Super Lonely
*The following is excerpted from an online article posted on USA Today. Teens whose face time with friends is mostly on their phones are the loneliest of all, but even those who mix real-world socializing with social media still are increasingly...
5 Fun Ideas for your Church Summer
Often known as the 'Summer Slump' churches often minimize the activities they offer the community during the summer months. I get it - people often travel during the summer or just don't show up to church. What about the families who can't or just don't leave town...
Discussion Questions to Get Your Family Talking
HomeWord.com - Getting your teenagers talking can be quite a challenge. You've probably had a conversation that went like this: Parent: Did you have a good day?Teen: Yeah.Parent: What did you do?Teen: Nothing.Parent: Did anything exciting happen?Teen: No.Parent:...
The Power of an Examined Life
“The thief enters only to steal, kill, and destroy. I came so that they could have life—indeed, so that they could live life to the fullest.” - John 10:10 One of the best year-end practices for cultivating spiritual growth is to pay attention to how you have grown in...
Kintsugi
Kintsugi is a Japanese technique that involves mending broken pottery with exotic lacquer - usually a gold alloy. The cracks and imperfections are highlighted, while at the same time being repaired. When a bowl, teapot or precious vase falls and breaks into a thousand...
Happy couples have a few secrets
Kylie and I have been married for over 18 years. When people hear that, they are often surprised to hear that. They are also often impressed by how happy we seem to be. I can tell you that we are very happy, however, it does take work to make marriage last and to keep...