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Breathe In Grace, Breathe Out Worry: Releasing Anxiety During the Holidays

4 days ago3 min read

Breathe In Grace, Breathe Out Worry: Releasing Anxiety During the Holidays

The holidays bring a whirlwind of activity—planning meals, buying gifts, attending gatherings, and meeting expectations. While it’s a...

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Just Breathe: Finding Peace Amid Holiday Stress

Jill Hampton

6 days ago2 min read

Just Breathe: Finding Peace Amid Holiday Stress

As the holidays approach, our calendars fill up with to-do lists, events, shopping, and preparations. While this time of year is meant to...

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Renew Your Mind: Embrace What is True, Noble, and Lovely

Jill Hampton

Dec 141 min read

Renew Your Mind: Embrace What is True, Noble, and Lovely

"Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is...

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Jill Hampton

Dec 133 min read

Integrity: Staying True to What Matters

Do you know how sometimes life throws situations at you where the easiest thing to do isn’t necessarily the right thing? That’s where...

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Jill Hampton

Dec 123 min read

Living with Humility and Selflessness

In a world that often promotes self-promotion and personal achievement, the teachings of Scripture gently but firmly guide us in another...

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Forgiveness and Reconciliation: A Path to Peace

Jill Hampton

Dec 93 min read

Forgiveness and Reconciliation: A Path to Peace

Conflict is something we all experience. Whether it’s with a family member, a neighbor, or a colleague, disagreements and hurt feelings...

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The Harm of Spreading and Believing Rumors

Jill Hampton

Dec 93 min read

The Harm of Spreading and Believing Rumors

"A gossip betrays a confidence, but a trustworthy person keeps a secret." – Proverbs 11:13 (NIV) "The simple believe anything, but the...

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United in Faith: The Power of Community Prayer

Jill Hampton

Dec 43 min read

United in Faith: The Power of Community Prayer

The Bible shows countless examples of God’s people coming together in unity to seek His guidance, mercy, and intervention. One powerful...

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Devotional: Overcoming Fear through Faith

Jill Hampton

Nov 42 min read

Devotional: Overcoming Fear through Faith

Break up with fear! God gives us a spirit of power, love, & peace. Let His perfect love drive out fear so you can walk confidently in faith.

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Zoodles with Turkey Meatballs and Marinara

Jill Hampton

Oct 301 min read

Zoodles with Turkey Meatballs and Marinara

Zoodles with Turkey Meatballs and Marinara is a light, low-carb twist on classic spaghetti and meatballs. It features tender turkey meat

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Slowing Down and Appreciating Life’s Simple Pleasures

Jill Hampton

Sep 253 min read

Slowing Down and Appreciating Life’s Simple Pleasures

In a world that’s always pushing for more—newer, bigger, shinier—it’s easy to lose sight of what really matters. But life doesn’t have to...

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Jill Hampton

Sep 133 min read

Handling Conflict Biblically

"If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all." —Romans 12:18 (ESV) Conflict is inevitable in life, whether within...

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Jill Hampton

Sep 122 min read

The Art of Listening to God

Main Verse: "Be still, and know that I am God." — Psalm 46:10 (NIV) Devotional: In the noise and busyness of life, listening can feel...

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The Dangers of Wanting Something for Nothing: How It's Killing Society

Jill Hampton

Sep 114 min read

The Dangers of Wanting Something for Nothing: How It's Killing Society

In today's culture of instant gratification, there is a growing trend that threatens the very fabric of our society: the desire to get...

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Jill Hampton

Sep 82 min read

Created to Create

"For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do." — Ephesians 2:10...

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Rockin' Your Faith: Trusting God's Plan (with a Little Help from Third Day)

Jill Hampton

Sep 42 min read

Rockin' Your Faith: Trusting God's Plan (with a Little Help from Third Day)

Hey, unstoppable believer! Life can be a wild ride, full of ups and downs, twists and turns. Sometimes, seeing where you’re headed is...

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Embracing God's Plan: A Reflection on Jeremiah 29:11

Jill Hampton

Sep 33 min read

Embracing God's Plan: A Reflection on Jeremiah 29:11

As I ponder the words of Jeremiah 29:11, I am filled with a profound sense of hope and reassurance. This verse, "For I know the plans I...

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Sunday Worship: Is It Necessary to Attend Church, or Is Having Church at Home Enough?

Jill Hampton

Sep 23 min read

Sunday Worship: Is It Necessary to Attend Church, or Is Having Church at Home Enough?

In today's fast-paced world, many believers find themselves questioning whether traditional church attendance is necessary or if...

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Rockin' Your Faith: A Devotional for the Young and Fearless

Jill Hampton

Aug 312 min read

Rockin' Your Faith: A Devotional for the Young and Fearless

Youth isn't a limitation; it's a chance to shine in faith! 1 Timothy 4:12 urges you to be an example in speech, conduct, love, faith, and pu

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Bible Lesson: Reflecting on "Praise Him! Praise Him!"

Jill Hampton

Aug 302 min read

Bible Lesson: Reflecting on "Praise Him! Praise Him!"

Praise Him! Praise Him! Jesus, our blessed Redeemer! Sing, O Earth, His wonderful love proclaim! Hail Him! Hail Him! Highest archangels...

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