December 28, 2009
The days after Christmas tend to release a plethora of emotions for many people. Often, expectations have been dashed, family relationships have been strained and feelings have been hurt. Yet we don’t hear too many Christmas songs that address this aspect of “The most wonderful time of the year,” do we?
I know, I know, I’m getting deep on you while you’re still in holiday mode, but I ask you to spend some minutes pondering and learning how this crutial topic may impact your day to day life. I’m pretty passionate about open communication; understanding forgiveness and apologies play a huge part in that.
I’ve asked my sweet friend, Dr. Jennifer Thomas, to share some essentials about forgiveness and apologies. As the co-author (with Gary Chapman) of “The Five Languages of Apology” her insight is pivotal to digging deeper into more meaningful relationships.
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October 28, 2009
When you look in the mirror, do you don a mask of perfection and performance? Or maybe you hide behind a mask for fear of reaction? Lies whisper shame and accusation, “You’ll never measure up – if only they knew!”
And then we listen…we listen and embrace lies!
Do you need someone to tell you how special you are, to affirm the role you are doing in your family, marriage, workforce, or ministry?
I may not know your circumstances, nor understand your background personally, but I do know ONE thing…you were uniquely created by God for an amazing purpose.
95% of teen girls believe the lie that they “must perform to be loved and accepted.” Did you read that correctly? 95%!! And the statistic for adult women is not much less.
Precious Ladies, our worth is not based on what others think of us, or what we do. Our value is determined by how God views us and He loves us more than we can ever fathom…warts and all. 
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