I find that contentment and joy go hand in hand. It is both a true sense of joy that comes from knowing God that can enable me to be content with whatever I have, and also the ability to be content in my circumstances that helps me stay grounded in joyfulness. I can do both of these because of Christ, who gives me strength. Joy, as we’ve discussed many times …
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Marriage Monday ~ Initiative-Taking
When I think of taking initiative, I think of the Proverbs 31 Woman. I know, she’s a common example, and I know she’s often over-glorified. The Proverbs 31 Woman seems unobtainable to some, makes others cringe, is put on a pedestal by many… but GIRL, she’s the perfect example when we’re talking about being an initiative-taking woman! Seriously: The Woman Who Fears the Lord An excellent wife who can find? …
Marriage Monday ~ Helpful
I think I’m pretty okay at helping. I’m not being big-headed or anything. To prove it, I’m going to add that I’m not always good at *wanting* to help. Sometimes I just want to sit down and not help. I’m going to share something a wise person once told me about helping: Help is only “HELP” when it’s actually helpful to the other person, something they actually need. So if …