Adoption . . . it’s a beautiful thing. Many of us know people who’ve adopted children into their families. Whether it’s an infant, an older child, or a teen, they immediately become a permanent part
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Tag: Beth Blamick
Essential Questions for Believers
My life has been a bit crazy lately. In the last month, we’ve had a death in the family, celebrated our daughter’s pregnancy with an elaborate baby shower, traveled internationally, and begun a remodeling project
Read moreDead Plants and Eternal Life
My skill with plants is less than stellar. Currently, the plants on my front porch, meant to warmly welcome guests with a splash of bright, vibrant color, are dead as doornails, wilted beyond recognition. They’ve
Read moreThe Selflessness Required in Caring for Elderly Parents
Life can be a cruel teacher. Sometimes it forces us into selflessness—whether or not it’s in our nature. We’re cruising along, busy with our life, making choices according to our own schedule and whims, when
Read moreThe Spiritual Impact of Grandparents
“BB, how do I ask Jesus into my heart?” The question asked by my 6-year-old granddaughter from the back seat of the car was music to my ears. We’d been listening to Christian radio as
Read moreIs Perfection A Hopeless Cause?
Oh, Lord, why can’t I live a single day in a way that’s perfectly right? Why must I daily, say something I shouldn’t say, do something I shouldn’t do, or neglect to do something I
Read moreJehovah Raah: My Shepherd and Protector
It started out as just another workday in my rural hometown. Little did I know I would experience the divine protection of Jehovah Raah that very day. I dropped my 3-year-old son off at my
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