Alannah Francis
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Why it's important to have some alone time God
There's no reason to avoid meeting God with others, it's what He wants us to do. But he also wants us to come to Him when we're alone. Here are three important reasons to have some one-on-one time with God.
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Meek, merciful and a peacemaker: three qualities of a truly blessed life
So often we think that our lives need to be running smoothly for us to be blessed, when in fact, Jesus' message in the Beatitudes suggests quite the contrary.
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How doing the uncomfortable can foster spiritual growth
The cosiness of routine can make us feel safe and satisfied, but in some instances we just need more guidance on what we can do to challenge ourselves, and how it can benefit us. Here are five ways to step out and step up to aid your spiritual growth.
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From joyful to angry: 5 psalms to pray according to the season you are in
Whether you're jumping for joy because of the blessings God has bestowed upon you, or you're scared about the future, you'll find words that are worthy to praise and petition Him in the book of Psalms. From joyful to angry, here are five different Psalms to suit five different moods.
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5 Bible verses for when you're going from busy to burnout
We never want to become too busy for what really matters. If you know you're saying "I can't, I'm busy" to friends, colleagues, family members and even God far too often, take a look over these Bible verses.
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8 Bible verses on the dangers of being a lukewarm Christian
When it comes to God, we shouldn't be afraid or put off by the need to give our all. If you think you're a lukewarm Christian or know someone that is, then these Bible verses will help you see why there can be no in between when it comes to loving Him.
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'No' doesn't always mean 'never': what to do when God doesn't give you what you want
Be comforted that God knows your heart best, and if it belongs to Him, He will always give you what is right for it.
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3 ways you can have a heart for the hungry this World Hunger Day
As Christians, we have a duty to care for those in need, whether they're on our doorstep or thousands of miles away. Here are three small but significant things you can do to mark World Hunger Day.
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Are you struggling to live generously? Here are eight Bible verses to consider
In addition to giving financially, we're also instructed to give freely all manner of worthy things â our time, our prayers, our forgiveness, our love â and not just to those who we think deserve them
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Needing other people's approval? How to wean yourself off
If you feel like you're fighting a losing battle when it comes to your relationship with other people's approval, here are three ways you can tackle it.
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Worried about your future? Here are three ways to fight those fears
Even for Christians, who are told over a hundred times not to fear in the Bible, there's not always and immediate off switch for fear. It can take us years and many different attempts to overcome fears in relation to what's in store for us. If the thought of the future fills you with fear, these three steps can help you to fight it.
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10 Bible verses to share with the happy couple on their engagement
The news that people you care about are planning to enter a holy union and spend the rest of their lives together in marriage is so often met with an uninspiring "congrats" so why not get creative and opt for a Bible verse to capture your hopes and happiness for the couple?