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How to Fall In Love with the Bible (Part 2) | Articles

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article | January 9, 2020

When my dad spoke, I listened—except when I was engrossed in a TV show. Those times, I’d look him straight in the eyes, say, “Yes, sir,” and then panic after he drove off because I had no idea what I’d promised to …

How to Fall in Love with the Bible (Part 1) | Articles

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article | January 6, 2020

Christianity is wearisome, and Bible study is boring. Yes, I said it. But never out loud. Only in my private prayers did I dare voice my frustration and discouragement. Failure fatigue had worn me down. I’d lost my will to try even …

Pursuing the King as Your First Priority | Articles

article | January 26, 2016

A friend once confided to me, “I’m ashamed to admit that I spend a lot more time on Facebook and in front of the television than I do in God’s Word.” Our relationship with Christ can’t truly flourish unless we learn to …

Pastor’s Wife: Remember Why We Do What We Do | Articles

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article | December 17, 2020

In the midst of demanding expectations, declining church growth, and between unraveling friendships, we often question why we do what we do. As pastors’ wives, it is one thing to be looked down on by the world around you. But it is …

Why You Can't Stay At Church Camp Forever | Articles

article | July 2, 2012

Diagnosis: Mountaintop Syndrome Symptoms: A big emotional experience once or twice a year. Feeling like you can hear God's voice clearly at camp, but cannot hear Him the rest of the year. Making a commitment to read your Bible more every year …

How to Inspire a Love for the Bible | Articles

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article | January 4, 2021

We’re starting the new year with a bang by bringing you the Best of the Best articles from the Leader Connection! —Leslie Bennett, Women’s Ministry Initiatives Has this ever happened to you? You snap the lid on your travel coffee mug, snatch …

To Love Others, Do I Have to "Love Myself?" | Articles

article | February 19, 2015

I’m a bit of a celebrity news stalker. In particular, I am fascinated when celebrity romances crash and burn. If the most beautiful girls in the world can’t stay in love with the world’s most handsome fellas even with enough cash flow …

Five Secrets to Staying in Ministry | Articles

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article | February 8, 2021

The Best of the Best series continues today with a timely message of encouragement from Linda Green. I’m cheering for you! —Leslie Bennett, Women’s Ministry Initiatives Twenty-two years ago, when my church leaders asked me to serve as a director of children’s …

How to Pray When Someone You Love Is Stuck in Sin | Articles

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article | March 25, 2015

One reader recently asked this hard question . . . “Can you write about how to pray for someone (like a dad or brother) struggling with sin?” I can read between those lines. That question wasn’t hypothetical. It wasn’t based on something …

Mary’s Radical Trust Fall | Articles

article | December 11, 2020

Your reputation is spotless. You strive for purity. You don’t flaunt your body for watching eyes, and you’ve never invited a man to cross a line with you. You’re engaged to your childhood crush, and he’s crazy about you. He’s sweet, and …