The Wholehearted Blog

Quiet Time Seasons

I’ve had daily time with Jesus as a daughter and now as a mother; in loneliness and while surrounded by children. In both grief and joy, failure and success, I’ve...

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God Our Father:

Our perception of God often comes from the way our earthly fathers treat us. And unfortunately, even the best fathers are not perfect.God’s character, however, does not reflect our earthly...

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Helping Others Change

If you’re like most humans, you are resistant to change.  We especially dislike being told to change, even when we are actually ready to make that change! I know that...

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How to Support Your Husband’s Quiet Time

My husband heard the Gospel and believed in Jesus. He has proven genuine faith by faithfully living out the Gospel he’s heard. He shows his genuine love for Jesus through...

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The Busy Mom’s Quick Guide to Having a Quiet Time

As we steward the God-given gift of parenting, we know that we cannot do it without the gift Giver. Unfortunately, we face a huge dilemma. How do we separate ourselves...

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The Peacemaker: A Biblical Guide to Resolving Personal Conflict

By Ken Sande By Nicole Schrader Summary Have you ever had a conflict with your parents? Coworkers? Employers? Friends? A spouse? This is a must-read for everyone who is married—no...

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The Wayward Child

Encouraging a Mom's Heart By Vanessa Bonilla “I know in my mind that God is good and that He saves, but I just don’t believe it.” These words from my...

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Gossip and Slander

What God Has to Say About "Spilling the Tea" By Jordan Sparnroft I live in a small town where running into at least two people you know at the grocery...

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Why Valentine's Day Matters for My Marriage

Awakening My Heart to Remember By Christi Grimm When my husband and I were in our 20s, Valentine’s Day was a big deal! We went overboard with flowers, cards, gifts,...

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