How to Study the Bible for Beginners – Finding a Partner Friendship has always been a little tricky for me. I’m not sure if it is my personality or if life’s circumstances have led me to be this way. I am not considered a “social butterfly.” I don’t like to be noticed or the center of attention. One of my biggest fears as a child and teenager was standing in front of people to perform. Another fear was walking into…
Today I’m so happy to host a guest blogger, writer, and friend! Amanda Davison is the wife to a Minnesota farmer, mother of three, and President of the nonprofit, A Wife Like Me. She is an author and speaker, and serves on staff at her local church, where her and her husband lead the marriage mentor team. Amanda is relentlessly sharing how her education in counseling and God’s word changed her life and marriage. You can be a part of…
Why Comparison Steals Contentment The moment I first saw her picture on Instagram I was jealous. Her photos were flawless, she had perfect hair, well-behaved children, and a stunning wardrobe. Secretly I watched her from afar. Her life seemed so much more beautiful than mine. The moment I opened the app on my phone I would type her name in the search bar. Scrolling through the most recent pictures I clicked on the captions. Even her words were more beautiful…
My husband is a physician and we joke about WebMD (no, its not a real doctor). The other day I ran across an article on WebMD about friendship. It had a cute little graph, but basically the relationship between your physical help and friendship is amazing. They said those with friends recovery faster from illnesses, have lower blood pressures, fight depression easier, and get more sleep. Those who have friends are less likely to die young and less likely to…