Shalom: Its Meaning and Promise

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Shalom is a Hebrew word with a meaning that encompasses so much life, goodness and promise. In a nutshell, it’s universal flourishing. If you travel to or live in Israel, shalom means both hello and good-bye. It’s been used in …

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Why Your Worldview is More Important than You Think

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Your “worldview” is the perspective by which you see, understand and interpret life. Worldview impacts what we believe, what we do and how we make our decisions. People with differing worldviews interpret events, objects and people (themselves and others) differently. …

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Do You Look for Beauty in the Ordinary?

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Do you look for beauty in the ordinary things of life? It’s easy to take “ordinary” beauty for granted. But it’s out there, and will enrich our soul and spirit if we slow down enough to look for it! Ordinary …

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The Value of Extended Time with God

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Most nature and outdoor lovers like you and me thrive on extended time in the wilderness, at a cabin or campsite, on a multi-day trek. We value it and look forward to it. We make plans weeks, months, even years …

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Why Beauty Makes a Difference in Our Lives

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Beauty is an amazing gift from an amazing God. If it serves no other purpose than to bring us joy…a smile…an “ah” feeling inside…then it’s worth it. When my dad started to experience memory-loss episodes a few years ago, my …

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