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Which Scenario Do You Want For Your Children?

Today Can Be Different Posted on June 25, 2025 by SherylJune 23, 2025
bliss and turmoil

The post urges reflection on how our actions influence future generations’ views of faith. It contrasts the blessings of following God’s Word, likening the righteous to flourishing trees, against the ruin awaiting the wicked. The choice between a life of purpose and one of regret rests with us, impacting both ourselves and our children.

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Posted in Christian Up! (Maturing in Our Walk) | Tagged children, consequences, disappointment, discerning, disobedience, disobey God’s Word, grandchildren, Psalm 1:3, Psalm 1:4, Psalm 1:5, Psalm 1:6, purpose, regret | 3 Replies

When Our Faith Is Tested Again and Again

Today Can Be Different Posted on June 18, 2025 by SherylJune 16, 2025

You’ve noticed something different about yourself. Previously, when you faced obstacles, you’d give up. Now, you persevere and see the project or trial through … even when it feels as if you’ve been “waiting on God” forever.

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Posted in Christian Up! (Maturing in Our Walk) | Tagged faith, faith in God, faith needs to be tested, faithful, faithfully obey, faithfully pray, faithfulness, lack of faith, Psalm 1:3, waiting on God | 9 Replies

An Inspired Challenge for Wives This Father’s Day

Today Can Be Different Posted on June 11, 2025 by SherylJune 9, 2025

Consider asking your husband how you can pray for him each day. (If the father of your children doesn’t live with you, for whatever reason, remember to put him on your prayer list too.) Your husband wants nothing more than to succeed, but he probably struggles with issues he’s afraid to admit, even to himself. He may feel insecure about being a dad, especially if he didn’t have the benefit of a good role model. Or maybe he feels more like an understudy because he’s “only” a stepdad.

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Posted in Christian Up! (Maturing in Our Walk) | Tagged Colossians 1:9, Father, Father's love, Father's Day, fatherhood, parenting, parents, prayer support, role model, struggles | 3 Replies

Are Your Thoughts Keeping You Awake?

Today Can Be Different Posted on June 4, 2025 by SherylJune 2, 2025

Your mind is racing. It won’t be long before your boss realizes that you’re not as experienced as your resume suggested. Or perhaps you’re wondering if you’ll ever manage to pay down the mountain of debt that threatens to bankrupt … Continue reading →

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Are Your ‘Friends’ Negatively Influencing You?

Today Can Be Different Posted on May 28, 2025 by SherylMay 27, 2025

What if we think about the short- and long-term consequences of each choice we make this week, including decisions about whom we spend our time with and from whom we seek advice?

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