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Embracing Confrontation—Do You Dare?

By Erica Chase / August 10, 2019

Confrontation. Just the thought of it can instantly make your heartbeat quicken and palms sweat. Here’s why, when coming from a sincere heart, confrontation can actually be an act of love.

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Movie Review: “Because of Grácia” Encourages Christian Teens to Find Their Voice

By Le Ann Trees / April 9, 2019

Looking for a movie to show your teenagers or church youth group that encourages young people to follow Christ, even when peers and teachers try to convince them to compromise in some way? “Because of Grácia” helps Christian teens (and adults) find their voice and stand strong in their faith.

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Are Short-Term Friendships Worth the Investment?

By Susanna Hodge / October 26, 2018

There are times in life when you may have to decide if you’re going to invest in a friendship or if you’re going to let the opportunity (and effort it takes) pass you by. We all have a limited amount of time and can therefore only keep up a select number of relationships well. Are short-term friendships worth the investment?

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“A City Is No Place for a Tree”: Why Your City-Soul Ultimately Longs for God

By Brent Meyers / March 5, 2018

No tree thrives in an urban environment. No tree is at home in the middle of an utterly human landscape. At best a tree can hope to survive. A select few defy the odds and reveal to us bittersweet glimpses of their true nobility. They are the exception, not the norm. A city is no place for a tree. And here’s why your city-soul ultimately longs for God.

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