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One woman’s journey out of an abusive relationship and into the freedom of Christ

Skylar grew up in a Christian home with parents who loved and respected each other. Because she had never witnessed abuse or trauma in her own home, she didn’t foresee either of these in her future relationships. “For people who come from good sta...

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Social media and marriage: 10 ways to be positive in your posts

Consider these ideas for honouring and promoting healthy, lifelong marriages on social media.

Marriage • In-laws

7 strategies for relating to in-laws and building a strong marriage

Together, you can face in-law issues and use healthy methods that will foster peace and togetherness in your marriage.

In-laws

Helping you and your spouse create a healthy dynamic with extended family

Marriage • Communication

How to spice up your marriage: 10 simple tips

How can you spice up your marriage? By remembering you have a brand-new spouse today. Pay attention, start exploring ...

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Parenting • Faith and parenting

Fun and faith: Activities for celebrating Christmas

Simple, fun activities that focus on faith can bring your family closer during the Christmas season.

Parenting • Family and relationships

How to have a great Christmas with your young adults

Clear communication ahead of time will help you have an enjoyable Christmas with your young adults.

Parenting • Separation

Navigating a post-divorce Christmas without your kids

The coming Christmas season might be a hard one, but God might also be calling you to experience him in new ways this...

Parenting • Family and relationships

No-stress grandparenting during the holidays

How to approach Christmas in a way that lets you enjoy the season and focus on your grandkids.

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Addiction

Finding support as you or your loved one journey toward freedom

Life Challenges • Parenting

How to cope with your child's suicide

God is greater than suicide. Trust him to provide strength, courage and endurance for the journey of life after suicide.

Life Challenges • Grief and loss

Coping with sadness during the "merry" season

I didn’t know how to cope with my mother's illness during a season when the world was telling me I was “supposed” to ...

Life Challenges • Marriage

How to help a depressed spouse

Depression is an unwelcome guest that can intrude on any marriage. So many things can trigger it – life circumstances...

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Faith and Culture • Society and culture

An Advent playlist: Bach, Handel, ancient hymns and Charlie Brown

The best Advent music draws us deeper into the mystery of the Word made flesh, of God with us. It instills wonder and...

Faith and Culture • Society and culture

The women in Jesus' genealogy: An Advent reflection

The four women in Jesus’ genealogy stand out like beacons in a stream of male names. Who were these women? And why we...

Faith and Culture • Society and culture

The messianic names in Isaiah: A meditation for Advent

Wonderful Counsellor. Mighty God. Everlasting Father. Prince of Peace. This quartet of divine titles makes for a subl...

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Stories past and present, revealing God’s sovereign hand in the church, the world and current affairs

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