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The Gift of Knowing How to Grieve
March 9, 2018 | Kathy Smarrella
Earlier this year, a friend of mine lost a sister in a tragic way; a heartbreaking way because it was connected to an addiction that she just couldn’t shake. And she wasn’t just a sister—she was a sister-in-law, an aunt, a...
7 Practical Tips to Get Your Financial Life in Order
March 6, 2018
I grew up in a home where we didn’t talk about money very often. I never had a savings account, I never made long-term financial plans, and when I received a paycheck, it was usually spent within a few days. Fortunately, over time I...
How to Build Community and Break Down Walls Keeping you From Meaningful Friendships.
February 27, 2018
“Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.” John:15:13 Community requires friendship, friendship requires love, and love requires sacrifice. If you want to build a good community, you need to be...
Group Killers - Inconsistent Attendance
February 22, 2018 | Keith Crain
I have never personally met Pastor Bill Search, but in the world of small groups, he is a mentor of mine. When I came on staff as the point person for groups, I really wasn’t prepared. While I had led groups and knew the importance of...
4 Steps to Living a Spirit-Led Life
February 16, 2018 | Anna Earl
The Holy Spirit is living, moving, and is part of every moment in our lives. It’s through Holy Spirit that we are able to be empowered and emboldened to fulfill the purpose God has for us. Living a Holy Spirit life is the most exciting and...