Summer is coming to an end, the Fall season will be here soon. Fall is always a “refreshing time”;  it is a season of change, a season of revitalization, and preparation for the fresh start of new things to come. It is a season of crisp air, cool breezes, and clear skies.

This time of year for teenagers, is often filled with anxiety of things ‘unknown’. New teachers, new friends, new schedules, new cities, new jobs, the list is endless. However, none of these things surprise God. Read the rest of this entry »

Ever get the feeling that today is nothing more than a repeat of yesterday? Day after day, I hear young people who talk about their day as if it is nothing special. Often when asked the question, “what are your plans for today”, a common response is “nothing new, same old, same old”.  When I think about what a “gift” each day is, I am troubled when I hear young people react with such a response.
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This is often the time of year when I re-evaluate my “love walk”. Yes…did you know that we can make a decision to walk in love with those around us?

Often we are expecting certain levels of love and respect from others in our life towards us; however, when was the last time you evaluated your life to see if you have been demonstrating love to others?
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