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March 18, 2014 by Lisa, RM Director 18 Comments

Accepting We Cannot Fix or Change Someone

Accepting We Cannot Fix or Change Someone

The desire to fix people or circumstances is strong, but Karlton explains how we must surrender this to the Lord. "The priests agreed that they would not collect any more money from the people and that they would not repair … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Devotionals, Friendships, Love, Misunderstood, What's New?

March 13, 2014 by Lisa, RM Director 14 Comments

What is God’s Term of Endearment for You?

What is God’s Term of Endearment for You?

Did you know God's endearment for you is so personal He gives you a pet name? Diane shares. “Do not be afraid little flock, for your Father has been pleased to give you the Kingdom" (Luke 12:32) Have you ever had a pet … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Devotionals, Hope, Love, What's New?

February 14, 2014 by Lisa, RM Director 21 Comments

Be Mine, Valentine, Eternally

Be Mine, Valentine, Eternally

Valentine's Day can have an entirely new meaning when we consider who wants our heart. Shelly explains. "My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever" (Psalm 73:26). I love … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Devotionals, Holidays, Love, What's New?

January 4, 2014 by Lisa, RM Director 2 Comments

What is Ministry

What is Ministry

What is ministry? Chances are you are ministering to someone each day, but may not even realize is. This is one of our favorites and we thought it was time to share it again. Please feel free to pass it … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Love, What's New?

December 25, 2013 by Lisa, RM Director 4 Comments

Merry Christmas! Love is the Thing!

Merry Christmas! Love is the Thing!

What is Christmas really all about? Fiona shares how love is more than just an emotion. Merry Christmas! "This is how God showed His love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live through Him. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Devotionals, Holidays, Love, What's New?

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