Disney Without a Cell Phone Makes Every Moment Magical
I left my phone in the car at Disney World, and it turned out to be one of the best days of my life.
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Why Getting Outside is Perfect for Christmas Family Fun
This Christmas Eve, take a break and get outside. Connect with God’s creation, build memories, and experience joy in His handiwork.
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Family | Leadership | Music
Embrace the Now; Being Present to Shape Your Family’s Future
Embrace the now to shape your family’s future by being present and engaged in your home.
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The Perfect Song for Christmas Morning
Ease into Christmas morning with Deni Gauthier’s warm rendition of Christmas Time Is Here. A peaceful start to a joyful day!
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Family | Leadership | Ministry
Why You Should Embrace Hard Work to Achieve Your Goals
Have you ever fallen asleep at work? It was a season of life that I’ll never forget; just before and after our first son was born. Wow, that was a lot of work! My wife, Nicole, and I were living in Airdrie, Alberta, Canada. I was commuting daily into Calgary, for a full-time sales position within the hospitality industry. I was good at my job, meeting sales targets and receiving bonuses. And yet, the hours were long and hard.
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Bible | Discipleship | Family
Are We Inadvertently Adding To Our Sex-Driven Culture?
Our culture is becoming increasingly sexualized. There are few who would deny that statement. As a pastor, I feel like I get a front-row seat to the results of this culture at least weekly, as I interact with people on a personal level, from all walks of life.
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How Hobbies and Recreation Can Help You Invest In Your Deepest Relationships
Satan wants to destroy your deepest relationships; with your family and with Jesus. He’s a deceiver, convincing us that working is more important so that we’ll stay away from the people closest to us, and keep our focus away from God. Don’t be tricked; stop working and rest!
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Why You Show Her You Love Her, Everyday
Yesterday was my wife’s birthday and we had a great time with the family. Overall, she had a pretty enjoyable day doing some of the things she loves. And yet, as I think about how I acted yesterday, I feel convicted.
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The Benefit of Having a Staff Meeting Full of Friends
Once, while I was tucking my son into bed, I decided to pause and spend some time talking with him. He was 3 years old at the time. I started with a typical question, that always provided interesting content.
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Why We Should Run To the Father with Our Shame and Remorse
As a father, my relationship with him has caused me to consider my relationship with our Heavenly Father on numerous occasions. The other night, he once again opened my eyes to a new understanding of the Father.
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How Small Events Can Kick-Start a Child’s Prayer Life
“How hard could kick-starting really be?” The first couple of times I stepped on the kicker with no luck. My wife informed me that her dad used to really jump on it when kick-starting it. “Alright,” I thought “I can do this!”
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How the Creativity of a Child Is Expressed Through Prayer
Much like other parents, my wife and I try to be intentional about praying with our oldest son. It’s tough to stay on top of it, but as I said, we’re trying! Since he’s been praying on his own, his typical prayer will sound something like the following.
