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2024-01-13T08:57:56-08:00

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What Does it Mean to be in a Christian Community?

Last updated on: January 13, 2024 at 8:57 am By Tori Carpenter

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Independence is glorified in society. Being able to stand on your own two feet is a signal of strength. No wonder our instinct is to say, “no, it’s okay. I got this”. As Christians, can trying to go through life alone be damaging to our faith? What does it look like to be part of a Christ-centered community? Growing Up in Community I was fortunate enough to grow up in a Christian home, with a family who valued the importance... Read more

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2023-09-17T20:43:48-07:00

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Gratitude: The Antidote to Anxious Thoughts?

Last updated on: September 17, 2023 at 8:43 pm By Tori Carpenter

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I’ve heard an interesting revelation brought up by a couple of people in my life lately: “Gratitude and anxiety cannot coexist in your brain”. It turns out, there’s scientific research to back it up. This notion is intriguing, to say the least… So, what is the scientific connection between anxiety and gratitude, and what does the Bible have to say about it? Rising Anxiety With all the busyness and pressure of this fast-paced world we live in, stress and *anxiety... Read more

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2023-07-12T08:36:42-07:00

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5 Things to Keep in Mind with Your Kids Home this Summer

Last updated on: July 12, 2023 at 8:36 am By Tori Carpenter

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This post was supposed to come out at the start of summer but I made the mistake of blinking, and now, somehow, it’s already July. That’s just how summer goes! As the days on the calendar fly by, summer can hold a lot of pressure. So many adventures to be had in so little time! And if you have kids, so much pent-up energy in such little space! Here are a few things to keep in mind, as you settle... Read more

2023-06-12T05:56:41-07:00

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Is Less Really More? A Mom’s Take on Minimalism

Last updated on: June 12, 2023 at 5:56 am By Tori Carpenter

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“Less is more” we tell our kids as they’re squeezing out a whopping glob of toothpaste onto their toothbrush or piling a gooey mountain of glue onto a school project. With some things in life, a little goes a long way. What about when it comes to our home? With the latest trendy decor catching your eye, all the “must-have” gizmos and gadgets – and the ads that tell you, “You need this. It will make your life better”… it’s... Read more

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2023-05-17T05:57:10-07:00

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When You Can’t Stop Your Kids from Hurting

Last updated on: May 17, 2023 at 5:57 am By Tori Carpenter

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What do you do when your child is in tears because friends were unkind to her? As moms, we never want to see someone break our children’s spirits. We do everything we can to protect them, but what about the times we can’t? From Laughter to Tears My sweet 9-year-old daughter was in tears the other night after enjoying an evening at the park during her brother’s baseball game. You might be thinking, “if it was fun, why was she... Read more

2025-05-09T14:41:17-07:00

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Dependent Parenting: A Mom’s Need for Jesus

Last updated on: May 9, 2025 at 2:41 pm By Tori Carpenter

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Nothing has made me realize my need for Jesus more than becoming a parent. Motherhood has brought a form of humility and desperation, unlike anything I have ever experienced. I am constantly crying out to Jesus for guidance as I do my best to raise godly, loving humans in this broken world. I’ve been a Christian since I was young and have known and loved Jesus most of my life. While I recognized my overall need for salvation and made... Read more

2023-04-20T12:56:22-07:00

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Are Your Passions a Gift or a Measure of Success?

Last updated on: April 20, 2023 at 12:56 pm By Tori Carpenter

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Do you ever feel like you’re failing those around you if you haven’t found success within your skillset and passions? Creativity is a gift I believe I have and one of my favorite outlets for expressing myself. But I’m constantly asking myself, “What are you doing with it?” The Apple Doesn’t Fall Far From the Creativi-Tree My oldest daughter is like me in a lot of ways: her sensitive spirit, her love to laugh and joke with others, her indecisiveness,... Read more

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2023-08-22T05:54:53-07:00

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12 Things I’ve Learned in My Dozen Years of Marriage

Last updated on: August 22, 2023 at 5:54 am By Tori Carpenter

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Marriage means committing to share the rest of your life, and all the intricate details of it, with one person. What could possibly go wrong? Sharing the same space with someone always comes with its share of challenges, and marriage is no exception! So, how do we prioritize our relationship and keep Christ at the center through the ups and downs of life? I was only 17 years old when I met my husband, and 19 when we got married.... Read more

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2023-04-04T11:47:47-07:00

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“You Have This” – Conversations with God

Last updated on: April 4, 2023 at 11:47 am By Tori Carpenter

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Do you ever find yourself making excuses for not spending time with God? You’re not alone! I’m guilty of doing the same thing. This world demands a lot of our time and attention. Maybe you have more opportunities than you realize though! Realization on the Road I was driving down the highway, headed to work, after running around all morning. This is what my typical weekdays looked like when I was working outside of the home. I would leave the... Read more

2023-03-23T18:53:07-07:00

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The Fearfully and Wonderfully Wild

Last updated on: March 23, 2023 at 6:53 pm By Tori Carpenter

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Dear mom of the “wild child”, I get it. It’s not easy. Their busy, hyperactive bodies rushing around all the time can be exhausting. You can easily become overwhelmed with feelings of anxiety and embarrassment, especially under the weight of social pressure for them to “behave”. Let’s talk about the “wild child”! You know the one… the kid constantly moving, the one who won’t be quiet or sit still and has a hard time maintaining eye contact because his mind... Read more

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